COCONUT CONCH CHOWDER

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This is a colorful chowder with a creamy base that's flavored with coconut and ginger that goes surprisingly well together. Conch can be difficult to find in some regions, so you can use another seafood product such as lobster or crab (which are abundant throughout the Bahamas), or even scallops, shrimp or tilapia work well in...

Provided by Vickie Parks

Categories     Cream Soups

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 lb conch meat
water (enough to cover and boil the conch)
1/4 c butter, divided
2 green onions, chopped
1 medium carrot, diced
1 stalk(s) celery, diced
1 small sweet potato, peeled and diced
1 small red bell pepper, diced
1/2 c fresh corn kernels
2 Tbsp all-purpose flour
1 qt half-and-half
14 oz can unsweetened coconut milk
2 c fish stock
1 1/2 Tbsp grated fresh ginger
salt and pepper, to taste
1 1/21 tsp hot sauce
1 small bunch fresh cilantro, chopped

Steps:

  • 1. Place conch meat in a pot with enough water to cover, and bring to a boil. Cook 15 minutes. Drain, and finely chop in a food processor.
  • 2. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a skillet over medium heat, and mix in the green onions, carrot, celery, sweet potato, red pepper, and corn. Cook and stir 5 minutes.
  • 3. Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in a large pot, and whisk in the flour to create a roux. Pour in the half and half, coconut milk, and fish stock. Mix in the ginger, and season with salt and pepper. Stir the conch and vegetables into the pot. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer 15 minutes. Mix in the hot sauce and cilantro. Continue cooking 15 minutes, or to desired consistency.

Brooke Gaynor
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I'm allergic to coconut, so I substituted almond milk in this recipe. It turned out just as delicious!


mark burnett
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This chowder is a great way to get your kids to eat seafood. My kids loved the creamy texture and the mild flavor of the conch.


M. Sadiq
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I love the addition of coconut milk to this chowder. It gives it a creamy and rich flavor.


Steven Marshall
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This chowder is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. It's a delicious and unique dish that your friends and family will love.


Menah Smadi
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my chowder turned out really watery. I think I might have added too much liquid.


Kayla Lopez
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This chowder is a great way to use up leftover conch. It's also a great meal to serve on a cold night.


Md Dilmohammed
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The chowder was good, but I thought it was a bit too thick. I might add more liquid next time.


Baby Theledi
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I found the chowder to be a bit bland. I think it could have used more seasoning.


Abdulla Shek
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This chowder was a bit too spicy for me, but I still enjoyed it. I'll probably reduce the amount of cayenne pepper next time.


Rx Plabon
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I'm not a big fan of coconut, but I really enjoyed this chowder. The coconut milk added a subtle sweetness that I loved.


Gift Mulenga
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This chowder is so creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making it again.


Saeed 786
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I love the unique flavor of this chowder. The coconut milk and conch are a perfect match.


Nuralam Islam
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The chowder is also very versatile - I've added different vegetables and spices to it, and it always turns out great.


Cabdi Gani
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I followed the recipe exactly and the chowder turned out perfectly. It was creamy, flavorful, and had just the right amount of spice.


Juyel Rana
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This chowder was easy to make and packed with flavor. I especially loved the combination of coconut milk and conch.


John herrera
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I'm not usually a fan of conch, but this chowder changed my mind. The coconut milk and spices really mellowed out the flavor of the conch, and the result was a delicious and creamy soup.


James Zulu
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This coconut conch chowder was a hit at my last dinner party! The flavors were so complex and delicious, and the coconut milk added a creamy richness that I loved.