Seafood Boil Accompaniment
Seafood Boil Accompaniment is a savory, butter-based sauce or dip, often infused with garlic, lemon, and spices, designed to complement a communal seafood boil. It typically includes melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, and a blend of seasonings like paprika, cayenne, and Old Bay. This accompaniment is a staple in Southern U.S. coastal cuisine, particularly in regions like Louisiana and the Carolinas.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This accompaniment is high in fat due to its butter base, but it also provides protein from any added seafood bits and essential minerals like selenium from the seasonings. A typical serving contains roughly 150-200 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Protein | 1 g |
| Carbs | 2 g |
| Fat | 20 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Sugar | 0.5 g |
| Sodium | 320 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 mcg |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg |
| Calcium | 10 mg |
| Iron | 0.3 mg |
| Potassium | 45 mg |
| Selenium | 2 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 1.5 mg |
| Vitamin K | 5 mcg |
Per 1/4 cup (60 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it embodies the communal, hands-on spirit of a seafood boil, where the sauce becomes a shared, flavorful centerpiece. Nutritionally, it offers a quick source of energy from fats and can be rich in fat-soluble vitamins if herbs are included.
