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Tropical Cou Cou Lobster

Cultural Context

Originating from Barbados, Cou Cou Lobster is a beloved dish that showcases the island's rich culinary heritage. Cou Cou, made from cornmeal and okra, is often paired with fresh seafood, reflecting the Caribbean's abundance of ocean resources. Today, variations of this dish can be found throughout the Caribbean, celebrating local ingredients and flavors.

CaribbeanBBmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb lobster head meat
1 cup cornmeal
4 cups water
1 cup coconut milk
1 medium onion
3 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon thyme
2 scallions
1 medium bell pepper
1 medium tomato
2 limes
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 bay leaf

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

1

Prepare the lobster head meat, noting it's cheaper and more flavorful than the tail.

2

Introduce couscous as a Mediterranean pasta made from semolina flour, emphasizing its health benefits.

3

Add pineapple and limes to the couscous salad.

4

Incorporate mixed vegetables and beans into the dish.

5

Prepare lobster stock using onion skins and mixed vegetables, ensuring no waste.

6

Stir-fry onions and bell peppers in olive oil until fragrant.

7

Add lobster head meat to the stir-fried vegetables without seasoning initially.

8

Introduce seafood seasoning to the lobster and vegetables after cooking them together.

Equipment Needed

large potskillet

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

shellfishmilk

Also Known As

Tropical Cou Cou Lobster

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