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Souse

Cultural Context

Souse is a traditional Bahamian dish that reflects the islands' rich fishing heritage. Often enjoyed during festive occasions, it showcases the local love for fresh seafood, pickled in a tangy marinade. This dish is not only a staple in Bahamian cuisine but has also inspired variations in other Caribbean regions, where it remains a beloved way to preserve fish.

BahamianBSmain
120 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
pigs feet
pig's ears
2 limes
2 onions
salt
parsley
scallion
celery
hot pepper
red bell pepper
green bell pepper
yellow bell pepper
cucumber
cold water

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken

Tofu offers a plant-based option, while chicken is often more affordable.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice can replace lime for acidity, and vinegar is a cost-effective alternative.

1

Wash pigs feet in cold water with the juice of 2 limes.

2

Optionally add pig's ears and wash them in lime water as well.

3

Add all the meat to a pot with chopped onions and salt.

4

Cook the mixture, noting that excess salt will be washed out later.

5

Add parsley, scallion, celery, hot pepper, and both red and green bell peppers, along with cucumber.

6

Minced the onion, scallion, and hot pepper, and sliced the bell pepper and cucumber.

7

Add cold water to the mixture, noting that some prefer hot water.

8

Add lime juice to taste, adjusting for salt as needed.

9

Ensure to use fresh clean water for the sauce, not the water used to cook the meat.

Cooking Techniques

picklingmarinating

Equipment Needed

pot

Spice Level:

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Allergens

fish

Also Known As

Pickled FishSoused Fish

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