#BodinePot | Bahamian Crab and Rice

crab

🥗Healthier: shrimp

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Shrimp is lower in calories, while canned tuna is more affordable.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + coconut extract

Light coconut milk reduces calories without sacrificing flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is heart-healthy, while margarine is often less expensive.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice offers a similar acidity, while vinegar is often cheaper.

Clean the crab thoroughly and remove any unwanted parts.

In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat.

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

Stir in diced tomatoes, thyme, and bay leaves; cook for another 2-3 minutes.

Add rice and stir to coat with the mixture.

Pour in coconut milk and water; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender.

Add the cleaned crab on top of the rice; cover and cook for an additional 10 minutes.

Remove from heat and let sit for 5 minutes before serving.

Garnish with chopped scallions, lime juice, and parsley before serving.

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