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Charleston's Post and Courier is reporting that South Carolina's shrimping season may be off to a great start thanks in large part to a mild winter. The next few weeks will reveal more when waters are expected to reach their peak temperature of 70 degrees for local shrimpers. Are you a fan of this popular Lowcountry staple? Read on for tips on how to prepare a simple version using your own seasoning.
Fresh Catch Peel and Eat Shrimp Fresh unpeeled shrimp Salted Butter Crushed Red Pepper Garlic Bring water to a boil and add unpeeled shrimp just long enough for them to turn pink. As soon as they do, quickly remove them. While hot, add melted butter to serve as a base. Combine with crushed red pepper and garlic to taste massaging the shrimp gently to blend butter and added seasoning. This quick and easy recipe yields a rich, decadent flavor that can be tailored to please any palate. Cooking shrimp unpeeled is, perhaps, the best way to lock in the briny burst of flavor associated with the popular shellfish. It also helps prevent over-cooking, which shrinks them into a rubber-like consistency. Here's to South Carolina's upcoming shrimping season. May we all enjoy its bounty. And don't worry about making a mess. The best meals here often do. South Carolina is known for many things and being home to beautiful beaches is one. USA Today seems to agree giving five of our beaches spots on their 10Best Readers Choice Best East Coast Beach poll. Readers have until March 14th to weigh in but a quick glance has us in first, second and fourth. Beaufort's Hunting Island State Park is currently number one followed by Folly Beach (second) and Myrtle Beach (fourth). The other two beaches are Coligny Beach Park at Hilton Head in tenth, and Kiawah Beachwalker Park in twelfth. Impressive honors for a state we know and love. Good luck to our nominees. _Do you agree with this list? What's your favorite South Carolina beach? Cast your vote here for the five that made the cut. .
'Tis the season for bivalve fans everywhere to pony up to a table with a hole in it and feast upon their favorite saltwater delicacy: oysters. South Carolina is rife with traditions but perhaps the most revered is the Oyster Roast, which dominates the winter social scene. Any given weekend finds you choosing between several and asking if knives are included or if you should you bring your own. Communal and almost spiritual in nature, the ritual is welcoming, lacks pretense, and truly southern. We are all equals in the eyes of the shells. With or without hot sauce? Definitely, with...and don't forget the cracker. Images taken at Folly Beach, Charleston Visitor's Center & Bus Shed, and world-famous Bowen's Island | Robin Gibson Copyright (c) 2016
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