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Chicken Souse

Cultural Context

Originating from the Bahamas, Chicken Souse is a traditional dish often enjoyed during festive occasions and gatherings. It reflects the island's love for fresh ingredients and bold flavors, typically featuring a tangy broth enhanced with lime and spices. Today, Chicken Souse has found its way into homes and restaurants beyond the Bahamas, celebrated for its comforting and zesty profile.

BahamianBSmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
3 lbs chicken wings
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
2 tablespoons vinegar
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1 teaspoon thyme
2 bay leaves
1 cup red peppers
1 cup green peppers
1/2 cup lime

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

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: banana pepper

Jalapeños offer heat with fewer calories, while banana peppers are milder and more accessible.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice provides similar acidity, while vinegar is often less expensive.

thyme

🥗Healthier: oregano

💰Cheaper: dried thyme

Oregano can be a healthier option with a different flavor profile, while dried thyme is more affordable.

pimento seeds

🥗Healthier: allspice

💰Cheaper: black pepper

Allspice mimics the flavor of pimento, and black pepper is a common substitute.

1

Add chicken wings to a pot of fresh water.

2

Add black pepper, salt, sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, vinegar, crushed red pepper, thyme, bay leaves, and red and green peppers to the pot.

3

Blend everything together by stirring.

4

Cover the pot and let it boil for about 30 minutes.

5

Remove the lid and stir the mixture again.

6

Add fresh-squeezed lime juice and stir it in.

7

Serve the chicken souse.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingboilingsimmeringchopping

Equipment Needed

large potcutting boardknifemeasuring spoons

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Chicken Souse SoupSouse Chicken

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