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Paula Deen Low Country Boil Recipe

Paula Deen Low Country Boil Recipe

If you love seafood, you need this recipe. The Paula Deen Low Country Boil Recipe is a classic.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 550 kcal

Equipment

  • One very large stockpot.
  • A colander.
  • Long tongs.
  • Newspaper or butcher paper.
  • Small bowls.

Ingredients
  

  • Water: 1 gallon.
  • Old Bay Seasoning: 1/2 cup.
  • Red Potatoes: 2 pounds small ones.
  • Smoked Sausage: 2 pounds sliced.
  • Corn on the Cob: 6 ears halved.
  • Raw Shrimp: 3 pounds unpeeled.
  • Lemon: 1 large halved.

Instructions
 

  • Fill your large pot with water. Add the Old Bay seasoning.
  • Squeeze the lemon juice in. Bring it to a rolling boil.
  • Add the small red potatoes first. They take the longest to cook.
  • Boil them for 15 minutes. They should be slightly soft.
  • Drop the sliced sausage into the pot. Let it boil for 5 minutes.
  • This adds a smoky flavor.
  • Add the corn pieces now. Boil everything for 5 more minutes. The corn stays sweet and crunchy.
  • Add the shrimp last. Cook for only 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Stop when they turn pink. Do not overcook them!
  • Drain the water through a colander. Dump the food onto a paper-covered table. Serve with warm melted butter.

Notes

  • Keep the shrimp shells on for flavor.
  • Use fresh corn if you can find it.
  • Do not skip the lemon.
  • It cuts through the salt perfectly.
  • Use a high-quality smoked sausage.
  • This makes the broth very rich.
  • Always have extra napkins ready.
  • It is a messy but fun meal!
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