Bring the flavors of the South to your table with this easy, crowd-pleasing Low Country Boil—made completely Alpha-Gal safe. Inspired by the coastal traditions of the Carolinas and Georgia, this one-pot meal is loaded with tender shrimp, seasoned potatoes, sweet corn, and flavorful sausage alternatives that keep it mammal-free without sacrificing taste. Whether you’re hosting a backyard gathering or planning a simple family dinner, this allergy-friendly version delivers all the classic comfort and bold seasoning of a traditional boil—so you can enjoy every bite with confidence.
Southern Goodness
Original to South Carolina, the Low Country Boil has been a favorite for southern families since the 1960’s. The simplicity of the recipe makes it easy enough to prepare for a large crowd. If you have ever visited the coast of South Carolina, you have perhaps heard of the Gullah-Geechee people. Visiting Daufuskie Island and experiencing the Gullah culture is a recommended adventure. There’s a rich culinary experience that comes from the Gullah-Geeechee heritage. Low Country Boil is just one of the amazingly delicious recipes that originated from the islands of the Carolina’s.
Most of the ingredients in this recipe are naturally Alpha-gal safe but just a tweak of a few of them makes this a delicious go to recipe for a large family or large crowd.
Suggested recipe uses:
- Family Beach Dinner
- Birthday party
- Easy weeknight one-pot dinner (with left overs)
- Backyard BBQ addition
Serve with:
- Cocktail Sauce
- Sour Cream
- Ketchup
- BBQ Sauce
Simple ingredients
The make up of this recipe is the simplest of ingredients.
*Fresh Shrimp – Jumbo sized – Be sure not to over cook this as it will be chewy and tough. As soon as these turn pink they are done which is why we add them as the last ingredient.
*Red Potatoes – the size of these are perfect for this specific type of boil as they become tender as you finish adding other ingredients.
*Turkey Sausage – as mentioned in previous blogs this smoked sausage is so versatile and makes a great addition to this recipe to complete the meal.
*Corn on the cob – I love corn from a Low Country Boil because it absorbs the seasoning so well and just has an amazing flavor combined with that of the other ingredients.
Low Country Boil
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Add water, lemon juice, salt and Old Bay Seasoning to a large pot.1½ gallons Water, Salt to taste, 1 lemon Juice of one lemon, 3 tbsp Old Bay Seasoning
- Once water comes to a boil add the potatoes and boil for 10 minutes.2-3 Red potatoes per person, cut in halves
- Next add the corn and cook for 5 minutes (start the 5 minute timer as soon as you add the corn).2-3 3 inch long Corn on the cob per person
- Next add the turkey sausage and cook for 3 minutes (this is already cooked you’re just heating it up).2 lbs Turkey Smoked Sausage
- Lastly, add the shrimp and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, just until the shrimp is good and pink. If overcooked the shrimp will be chewy and tough.3-4 lbs Shrimp, fresh jumbo shell on
- Pour off the water using a strainer and serve immediately. Often times this dish is poured onto a plastic covered table and served with tongs.
