Fudgy’s Lowcountry Shrimp Bog
Adjust the recipe for the number of mouths at the table– At the store, get some “streak ‘o lean” or “fat back” but make sure it has a rind on it because the rind fries to a sweet crispness * dice the streak ‘o lean into very small pieces * render the meat completely in a heavy, skillet * sauté 1 large vidalia onion and 4 ribs of diced celery in the drippings* after the vegetables are wilted, add 1/3 cup of white sugar * mix all ingredients well at this point * transfer to a large baking dish * add at least 1 1/2 pounds of uncooked, peeled and deveined shrimp, 2 cups of Uncle Bens rice and 3 1/2 cups of water * mix together* HERE is the key -at this point taste the fluid and adjust the seasonings – I like mine with a touch of sweetness * place dish in a preheated, 400 degree oven and cook, uncovered for about 1 hour or until water has cooked out of rice * remove from oven and cover * let stand for 15 minutes and then and only then, stir the rice with a big fork * this is a one dish meal and it is a KILLER
