Caymanian Turtle Stew

Caymanian Turtle Stew is a traditional dish from the West Indian cuisine, known for its rich and flavorful broth and tender turtle meat. This recipe is a classic favorite in the Cayman Islands and is perfect for a hearty and comforting meal.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course West Indian Caymanian Turtle Stew Traditional
Caymanian Turtle Stew

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs turtle meat, diced
  • 2 onions, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 2 potatoes, diced
  • 1 scotch bonnet pepper, whole
  • 2 sprigs thyme
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 6 cups water
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat some oil over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic, and cook until softened.
  2. Add the diced turtle meat to the pot and brown on all sides.
  3. Stir in the tomatoes, bell pepper, carrots, and potatoes. Add the scotch bonnet pepper, thyme, and bay leaves.
  4. Pour in the water and season with salt and pepper. Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 2 hours, or until the turtle meat is tender.
  5. Once cooked, remove the scotch bonnet pepper, thyme sprigs, and bay leaves before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
2 hours
Total time:
2 hours
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
15g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Large pot Knife Cutting board Wooden spoon

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serve the Caymanian Turtle Stew hot, accompanied by a side of rice and a sprinkle of fresh chopped parsley.

Tips & tricks

For a spicier stew, you can chop the scotch bonnet pepper and add it to the stew instead of leaving it whole.

Cost

$25