Dairy-Free Bahamian Conch Chowder
Dive into the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean with this Dairy-Free Bahamian Conch Chowder, a hearty and wholesome seafood soup that's perfect for any occasion. This traditional recipe takes tender, chopped conch meat and simmers it in a rich base of fresh vegetables, zesty lime juice, and aromatic seasonings like thyme, paprika, and crushed red pepper flakes. Creamy potatoes and a tomato-infused vegetable broth give this chowder its satisfying texture, all without the use of dairy. Whether you're looking for a cozy dinner or a taste of island cuisine, this gluten-free, dairy-free chowder is packed with bold, authentic flavors that pair beautifully with crusty bread or a side salad. Ready in just over an hour, it's a soul-warming dish that transports you straight to the Bahamas!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Conch meat, cleaned and chopped
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion, diced
- 2 stalks Celery stalk, diced
- 2 medium Carrot, diced
- 1 medium Green bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium Potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 14.5 ounces Canned diced tomatoes
- 1 Bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon Thyme, dried
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
- 4 cups Vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion, celery, carrot, green bell pepper, and garlic. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened and the onion is translucent.
Stir in the potatoes, tomato paste, canned diced tomatoes (with their juices), bay leaf, thyme, paprika, and crushed red pepper flakes.
Add the chopped conch meat to the pot, stirring well to combine.
Pour in the vegetable broth, bringing the mixture to a boil.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 35-40 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the flavors have melded together.
Stir in the lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Remove the bay leaf and discard.
Serve the chowder hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1929 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.5 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.9 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 303 mg | 101% | |
| Sodium | 6266 mg | 272% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 213.1 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 41.2 g | 147% | |
| Total Sugars | 53.2 g | ||
| Protein | 152.7 g | 305% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 609 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 17.5 mg | 97% | |
| Potassium | 6554 mg | 139% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
