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Bahamian 🇧🇸 Steam Conch My Way

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Steam Conch

Cultural Context

Originating from the Bahamas, steam conch is a beloved dish that highlights the region's rich marine resources. Traditionally enjoyed during festive gatherings and celebrations, conch symbolizes the island's cultural heritage and connection to the sea. Today, variations of conch dishes can be found in many Caribbean islands, showcasing local flavors and cooking techniques.

BahamasBSmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb conch
4 cloves garlic
1 medium onion
1 medium bell pepper
1 medium tomato
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 cup coconut milk
1 teaspoon thyme
2 bay leaves
1 scotch bonnet pepper
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup parsley
2 cups water

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

conch

🥗Healthier: octopus

💰Cheaper: mussels

Mussels are more affordable and still provide a similar seafood flavor.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk offers a lighter option while regular milk is often less expensive.

1

Clean conch thoroughly under cold water.

2

Tenderize conch by pounding it gently with a mallet.

3

Heat butter in a large pot over medium heat until melted.

4

Add garlic, onion, and bell pepper; sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

5

Stir in diced tomato, lime juice, and coconut milk; bring to a simmer.

6

Add thyme, bay leaves, and scotch bonnet pepper; season with salt and black pepper.

7

Place cleaned conch in the pot; cover and steam for 20-25 minutes until tender.

8

Remove from heat and discard bay leaves and scotch bonnet pepper.

9

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

10

Serve hot with lime wedges.

Cooking Techniques

cleaningtenderizingsautéingsteaming

Equipment Needed

potmalletknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

shellfish

Also Known As

Conch StewConch Fritters

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