Delicious Conch and Shrimp Seafood Soup (Jamaican style) with step by step direction

conch

🥗Healthier: squid

💰Cheaper: canned clams

Squid offers a similar texture, while canned clams are more affordable.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: frozen shrimp

Chicken is leaner, while frozen shrimp can be more budget-friendly.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories, and evaporated milk is less expensive.

fish stock

🥗Healthier: vegetable stock

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable stock is lighter, and seasoned water is a cost-effective alternative.

Heat a large pot over medium heat and add oil until shimmering.

Sauté chopped onion, garlic, and bell pepper until softened, about 5 minutes.

Add diced carrots and celery, cooking for an additional 3 minutes.

Stir in thyme, scallions, and diced tomato, cooking for 2 minutes.

Pour in fish stock and coconut milk, bringing to a simmer.

Add conch and shrimp, cooking until shrimp turn pink, about 5-7 minutes.

Season with lime juice, black pepper, and allspice to taste.

Add bay leaves and simmer for 10 minutes to blend flavors.

Adjust seasoning as needed before serving.

Serve hot, garnished with additional scallions if desired.

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