7 Crowd-Pleasing Lowcountry Rice Recipes

This irresistible seafood gravy recipe is usually served over grits, but it's also delicious atop white rice or biscuits. "I followed the recipe exactly and the flavors were amazing," says reviewer aubriek. "This was my first-time to make a roux and it was really easy."

Okra, a Southern staple, feels right at home in this simple Lowcountry rice dish made with bacon, an onion, and chicken broth. 

Chicken bog, which shares a history with pilau, is a simple South Carolina staple that has stood the test of time. This version is cooked in the oven instead of on the stove, which ensures a perfectly boggy texture. 

Gullah Geechee cuisine is essential to South Carolina cooking. Try this staple Gullah dish, made with a can of tomato paste and a can of tomato sauce, for a taste of the Lowcountry. 

A hoppin' John recipe appeared in The Carolina Housewife by Sarah Rutledge in 1847, and this is thought to be the first written reference to the hearty dish. Eat it on New Year's Day for good luck all year long. 

Country Captain, which originated on the Indian subcontinent, was introduced to the United States through Charleston. The curried chicken and rice dish is bursting with warming flavors. 

Red rice and sausage is a Charleston favorite, according to recipe creator AUTUMNJON. Take classic red rice up a notch with this easy side dish made with smoked sausage, bell peppers, and onions.