Frogmore Stew

A hearty Southern seafood boil featuring shrimp, scallops, sausage, corn, and potatoes seasoned with Old Bay and aromatics. This one-pot feast is perfect for casual gatherings and special occasions.

8 servings
27 min

Ingredients

  • 12 cups water
  • 4 whole bay leaves
  • ¼ cup Old Bay seasoning
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 1 cup chopped onions
  • ½ cup whole peeled garlic cloves
  • 3 whole bird's-eye chiles
  • 1 pound small red potatoes
  • 1 pound smoked hot sausage links
  • 6 ears corn
  • 2 pounds shell-on large shrimp
  • 2 pounds shelled scallops
  • 1 cup dry white wine
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • to taste fresh cilantro
  • for garnish for garnish

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    In a large stockpot, combine 12 cups of the water or stock, the bay leaves, Old Bay, celery, onions, garlic, and chiles and bring to a boil over high heat. Add the potatoes and cook until tender, about 15 minutes.

    15 min

  2. 2.

    Add the sausage and cook until heated through, about 5 minutes. Add the corn and cook until just tender, about 3 minutes. Stir in the shrimp, scallops, and wine and cook until the shrimp are cooked through, about 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper and pour the stew into a large serving bowl. For more casual gatherings, serve directly from the pot on the stove. Garnish each serving with cilantro and serve immediately.

    12 min