Bahamian Curry Conch And Rice
Bahamian Curry Conch and Rice is a classic dish that showcases the flavors of the Bahamas. This savory and aromatic curry dish is a staple in Bahamian cuisine, featuring tender conch meat and fragrant spices served over fluffy white rice.
Ingredients
- 1 lb conch, cleaned and diced
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 tomato, chopped
- 2 cups white rice
- 4 cups water or seafood stock
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Add the onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Sauté until the vegetables are softened.
- Add the curry powder and stir to toast the spices for 1-2 minutes.
- Add the diced conch and cook for 5-7 minutes until the conch is tender.
- Stir in the chopped tomato and season with salt and pepper.
- Meanwhile, rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- Transfer the rice to the pot with the conch mixture and pour in the water or seafood stock.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and serve the Bahamian Curry Conch over the rice.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 45 minutes
- Total time:
- 55 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 40g
- Fat
- 10g
Supplies
Large pot Cutting board Knife Wooden spoon Measuring cups and spoons
Tools
Fork
Serving suggestions
Serve the Bahamian Curry Conch and Rice with a side of Bahamian peas and rice, fried plantains, and a refreshing tropical fruit salad.
Tips & tricks
For an extra kick of heat, add a chopped scotch bonnet pepper to the curry conch mixture.
Cost
$20