HOW TO COOK CONCH | HAITIAN LAMBI

conch

🥗Healthier: shrimp

💰Cheaper: scallops

Shrimp is lower in calories and easier to find.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is a healthier fat option.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk is lower in calories.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice provides a similar acidity.

Clean and tenderize the conch by pounding it with a mallet until soft.

Rinse the conch under cold water and cut into bite-sized pieces.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add minced garlic and diced onion; sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in diced bell pepper and cook for another 2-3 minutes.

Add conch pieces to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Pour in lime juice and season with salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.

Add chopped scallions, diced tomato, thyme, and bay leaf; mix well.

Cover the skillet and simmer for 10-15 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.

Stir in coconut milk and cook for an additional 5 minutes until heated through.

Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

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