Low Country Seafood Boil
This is similar to a clambake , but the ingredients are boiled instead of grilled over open coals.cooking and prep times are apprx.
Steps
Scrub clams , set aside.
Fill a 5- or 6-gallon pot about 2 thirds full with water.
Bring to a boil.
Add potatoes , onions , and salt.
Cover and cook over high heat 20 minutes.
Add clams , crabs , crab boil , garlic , lemons , and vinegar.
Cook an additional 10 minutes.
Add corn , and cook 5 minutes.
Remove from heat , and add shrimp.
Let stand in water 5 minutes.
Drain off water.
Arrange boiled seafood and vegetables on a large serving platter.
Serve with melted butter and cocktail sauce.
Ingredients
cherrystone clams, red potatoes, onions, salt, live blue crab, crab boil, garlic, lemons, vinegar, fresh corn, large raw shrimp, butter, seafood cocktail sauce