Are you craving a delicious and authentic Louisiana-style low country boil, but don't have the time or equipment to cook it the traditional way? Look no further than your Instant Pot! This versatile kitchen appliance can whip up a flavorful and hearty low country boil in a fraction of the time, without sacrificing any of the amazing taste. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Louisiana, as we explore the best Instant Pot recipe for this classic dish.
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INSTANT POT® LOW COUNTRY BOIL
No more waiting for that large stockpot of water to boil just to drop everything in and wait for it to start boiling again. By utilizing your multi-functional pressure cooker, you not only eliminate that but you also don't have to stand guard over it while it is cooking to make sure it doesn't boil over. Serve with seasoned butter and garnish with chopped parsley and lemon wedges if desired.
Provided by Soup Loving Nicole
Categories Seafood Shellfish Shrimp
Time 55m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine andouille sausage, potatoes, and onion in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®). Sprinkle seafood seasoning over the top. Pour in beer. Lay corn pieces on top. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 1 minute. Allow 20 minutes for pressure to build.
- Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 2 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Stir in shrimp. Close and lock the lid.
- Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 0 minutes. Allow 10 minutes for pressure to build.
- Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 2 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 564.7 calories, Carbohydrate 48.3 g, Cholesterol 176.4 mg, Fat 26 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 30.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 1481.8 mg, Sugar 5.1 g
LOW-COUNTRY BOIL
You'll notice that the shrimp required in this tasty Instant Pot® recipe are frozen. Shrimp have a much lower cooking time than some of the other Low-Country Boil ingredients, so it helps if your shrimp are frozen so they don't overcook and dry out. If you have fresh shrimp, freeze them for an hour after cleaning before adding them to the dish.
Provided by I Love my Instant Pot by Michelle Fagone
Categories Main Course
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Layer onions in an even layer in the Instant Pot®. Scatter the garlic on top of onions. Add red potatoes in an even layer, then do the same for the corn and sausage. Add the shrimp and sprinkle with Old Bay Seasoning. Pour in broth.
- Squeeze lemon wedges into the Instant Pot® and place squeezed lemon wedges into the Instant Pot®. Lock lid.
- Press the Manual button and adjust time to 5 minutes.
- When timer beeps, quick-release the pressure until float valve drops and then unlock lid. Transfer ingredients to a serving platter and garnish with parsley.
LOW COUNTRY BOIL
Steps:
- Combine beer, water, and garlic in the pot. Stir to combine.
- Add corn, potatoes and sausage. Sprinkle the cajun seasoning (if using) and 1 tbsp of the Old Bay and over the top.
- Secure the lid, making sure the vent is closed.
- Using the display panel select the MANUAL or PRESSURE COOK function*. Use the +/- buttons and program the Instant Pot for 4 minutes.
- When the time is up, quick-release the remaining pressure.
- Add shrimp and sprinkle lemon juice and remaining 1 tbsp Old Bay over the top. Replace the lid and make sure the pot is still set to WARM. The residual heat will cook the shrimp. Check for doneness after 5 minutes.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove corn, potatoes, sausage and shrimp to a serving platter.
- Mix together butter and garlic powder. Pour butter mixture over the platter or serve on the side for dipping.
- Garnish with additional Old Bay and/or cajun seasoning. Serve warm.
Tips:
- Use fresh seafood. The fresher the seafood, the better the boil will taste. If you can, buy your seafood the day of the boil.
- Don't overcrowd the pot. If you overcrowd the pot, the seafood won't cook evenly. Make sure there is enough room for the seafood to move around freely.
- Season the water well. The water should be well-seasoned with salt, pepper, and Old Bay seasoning. You can also add other spices, such as garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper, to taste.
- Bring the water to a boil before adding the seafood. This will help to ensure that the seafood cooks evenly.
- Cook the seafood for the correct amount of time. Overcooked seafood is tough and chewy. Cook the seafood just until it is opaque and cooked through.
- Serve the boil immediately. The boil is best served immediately, while the seafood is still hot. You can serve the boil with corn on the cob, potatoes, and sausage.
Conclusion:
A Louisiana Low Country Boil is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a party or a casual get-together. With a little planning and preparation, you can make a Louisiana Low Country Boil that will impress your friends and family. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to cook seafood, give Louisiana Low Country Boil a try.
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