Best 4 Daves Low Country Boil Recipes

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Craving a delightful seafood feast with a Southern twist? Look no further than Dave's Low Country Boil, a culinary celebration of the bounty of the sea. This flavorful one-pot dish combines succulent shrimp, tender crab, and hearty sausage in a symphony of spices and aromatics, all simmering in a delectable broth. Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of the Lowcountry, where Dave's Low Country Boil takes center stage, promising an unforgettable taste experience that will transport your taste buds to the vibrant coastal regions of the American South.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

DAVE'S LOW COUNTRY BOIL



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Famous in the Low Country of Georgia and South Carolina. This boil is done best on an outdoor cooker. It has sausage, shrimp, crab, potatoes and corn for an all-in-one pot all-you-can-eat buffet!

Provided by Lisa

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Seafood Main Dish Recipes     Crab

Time 1h

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay®), or to taste
5 pounds new potatoes
3 (16 ounce) packages cooked kielbasa sausage, cut into 1 inch pieces
8 ears fresh corn, husks and silks removed
5 pounds whole crab, broken into pieces
4 pounds fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined

Steps:

  • Heat a large pot of water over an outdoor cooker, or medium-high heat indoors. Add Old Bay Seasoning to taste, and bring to a boil. Add potatoes, and sausage, and cook for about 10 minutes. Add the corn and crab; cook for another 5 minutes, then add the shrimp when everything else is almost done, and cook for another 3 or 4 minutes.
  • Drain off the water and pour the contents out onto a picnic table covered with newspaper. Grab a paper plate and a beer and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 722 calories, Carbohydrate 45.8 g, Cholesterol 333.2 mg, Fat 29.4 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 67.6 g, SaturatedFat 9.2 g, Sodium 1575.9 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

LOW-COUNTRY BOIL



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup concentrated Louisiana-style shrimp and crab boil seasoning (such as Zatarain's)
4 pounds medium red potatoes
2 to 3 medium sweet onions, such as Vidalia, peeled and quartered if large
2 1/2 pounds cured, smoked pork sausage links, cut into 3-inch pieces
8 ears of corn, cut in half
4 pounds medium shrimp

Steps:

  • Fill a 7-gallon stockpot halfway with water (or use 2 large pots and divide the ingredients between them). Add the seasoning and bring to a rolling boil. Add the whole potatoes to the pot. Allow the water to return to a boil and cook 5 minutes. Add the onions and sausage. Bring the water back to a boil and cook 15 minutes. Add the corn, bring the water back to a boil and cook 10 minutes, or until the potatoes are done.
  • Add the shrimp, bring the water back to a boil and cook until the shrimp turn pink, about 3 minutes. Drain through a colander; discard the liquid. Serve on newspaper or a platter.

LOW COUNTRY BOIL



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Ideal for camping and relaxing trips to the beach, this crowd-pleasing low country boil includes a combination of shrimp, crab, sausage, corn and potatoes. -Mageswari Elagupillai, Victorville, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 quarts water
1 bottle (12 ounces) beer
2 tablespoons seafood seasoning
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
4 medium red potatoes, cut into wedges
1 medium sweet onion, cut into wedges
4 medium ears sweet corn, cut in half
1/3 pound smoked chorizo or kielbasa, cut into 1-inch slices
3 tablespoons olive oil
6 large garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 pound uncooked large shrimp, deveined
1 pound uncooked snow crab legs
Optional condiments: seafood cocktail sauce, lemon wedges and melted butter

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, combine the water, beer, seafood seasoning and salt; add potatoes and onion. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Add corn and chorizo; simmer until potatoes and corn are tender, 10-12 minutes longer., Meanwhile, in a small skillet, heat oil. Add the garlic, cumin, cilantro, paprika and pepper. Cook and stir over medium heat for 1 minute., Stir the shrimp, crab legs and garlic mixture into the stockpot; cook until shrimp and crab turn pink, 4-6 minutes. Drain; transfer seafood mixture to a large serving bowl. Serve with condiments of your choice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 500 calories, Fat 20g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 212mg cholesterol, Sodium 1318mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 40g protein.

DAVE'S LOW COUNTRY BOIL



Dave's Low Country Boil image

Low country boil is famous in Georgia and South Carolina. This boil is done best on an outdoor cooker. It has sausage, shrimp, crab, potatoes, and corn for an all-in-one-pot, all-you-can-eat buffet! Grab a paper plate and a beer and enjoy!

Provided by Lisa

Categories     Main Dish Crab

Time 1h

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay®), or to taste
5 pounds new potatoes
3 (16 ounce) packages cooked kielbasa sausage, cut into 1 inch pieces
8 ears fresh corn, husks and silks removed
5 pounds whole crab, broken into pieces
4 pounds fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined

Steps:

  • Heat a large pot of water over an outdoor cooker, or on the stovetop over medium-high heat. Add seafood seasoning to taste and bring to a boil.
  • Add potatoes and sausage and cook for 10 minutes. Break corn ears in half; add corn and crab and cook for another 5 minutes.
  • Add shrimp when potatoes are almost tender and everything else is almost done; cook until shrimp are just cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes longer.
  • Drain off and discard the water. Pour the contents out onto a picnic table covered with newspaper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 722 calories, Carbohydrate 45.8 g, Cholesterol 333.2 mg, Fat 29.4 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 67.6 g, SaturatedFat 9.2 g, Sodium 1575.9 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

Tips:

  • Choose fresh seafood. The fresher the seafood, the better your low country boil will taste. If you can, buy live seafood and cook it the same day.
  • Use a large pot. You'll need a large pot to accommodate all of the seafood and vegetables. A stockpot or Dutch oven is a good option.
  • Season the water well. The water should be well-seasoned with salt, pepper, and Old Bay seasoning. You can also add other seasonings, such as garlic, onion, and celery.
  • Bring the water to a boil before adding the seafood. This will help to prevent the seafood from overcooking.
  • Cook the seafood until it is just cooked through. Overcooked seafood is tough and chewy. The seafood is done cooking when it is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  • Serve the low country boil with melted butter, lemon wedges, and cocktail sauce. These condiments will help to enhance the flavor of the seafood.

Conclusion:

A low country boil is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer party or gathering. With its combination of fresh seafood, vegetables, and seasonings, a low country boil is sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a fun and festive way to serve seafood, give a low country boil a try!

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