HOW TO MAKE BAHAMIAN STEAMED / MINCED LOBSTER

lobster meat

🥗Healthier: crab meat

💰Cheaper: shrimp

Shrimp is more affordable and still offers a seafood flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and can be used for sautéing.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Regular milk can be used for a lighter sauce.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Jalapeño provides heat while being easier to find.

Prepare the lobster meat by finely mincing it.

Heat butter in a pot over medium heat until melted.

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

Stir in minced garlic and thyme; cook for another minute until fragrant.

Add the minced lobster meat to the pot; cook for 2-3 minutes until just opaque.

Mix in lime juice, salt, black pepper, and diced tomato; combine well.

Add chopped scotch bonnet pepper for heat; adjust to taste.

Pour in coconut milk and water; stir to combine.

Add bay leaves and bring to a simmer; cover the pot and reduce heat to low.

Steam the mixture for about 10-15 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.

Remove bay leaves before serving; garnish with chopped green onions and parsley.

Serve hot with rice or bread.

Cooking Techniques

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