Low Country Seafood Boil Recipe

Name: Low Country Seafood Boil
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 dozen cherrystone clams; 12 small red potatoes; 12 small onions; 1 tablespoon salt; 1 dozen live blue crab; 1 (3 ounce) package crab boil; 3 heads garlic; 4 -6 lemons, halved; 1 cup vinegar; 12 ears fresh corn; 1 1/2 lbs unpeeled large raw shrimp; melted butter; seafood cocktail sauce

Servings: persons

2 dozen cherrystone clams
12 small red potatoes
12 small onions
1 tablespoon salt
1 dozen live blue crab
1 (3 ounce) package crab boil
3 heads garlic
4 -6 lemons, halved
1 cup vinegar
12 ears fresh corn
1 1/2 lbs unpeeled large raw shrimp
melted butter
seafood cocktail sauce

1
Scrub clams, set aside.
2
Fill a 5- or 6-gallon pot about 2 thirds full with water;bring to a boil.
3
Add potatoes, onions, and salt; cover and cook over high heat 20 minutes.
4
Add clams, crabs, crab boil, garlic, lemons, and vinegar; cook an additional 10 minutes.
5
Add corn, and cook 5 minutes.
6
Remove from heat, and add shrimp; let stand in water 5 minutes.
7
Drain off water.
8
Arrange boiled seafood and vegetables on a large serving platter.
9
Serve with melted butter and cocktail sauce.

1766

kcal

Calories

Fat

306

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 dozen cherrystone clams, 12 small red potatoes, 12 small onions, 1 tablespoon salt, and more.

Yes, Low Country Seafood Boil falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Low Country Seafood Boil

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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