Seafood

Conch Stew

Name: Conch Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Unknown
Ingredients: 2 Lbs Conchs; 1 Onion; 1/2 Green Pepper; 1/2 Red Pepper; 2 Scallions; 1 tsp Salt; 1/4 tsp Black Pepper; 1/4 tsp Seasoning; 1 Coconut; 1 tablespoon Flour; To taste Chilli; 1 cup All purpose flour; 1/2 tbs Vegetable Oil; Dash Salt; Splash Water

Conch Stew is a classic dish that holds a distinguished place in traditional cooking. Celebrated for its wholesome ingredients and time-honored preparation, this dish brings authentic regional character to the home kitchen.

Carefully prepared featuring Conchs, Onion, Green Pepper, Red Pepper, Scallions, Seasoning, Coconut, Flour, Chilli and All purpose flour, the ingredients are simmered and seasoned to achieve a satisfying depth of flavor. The cooking process allows natural aromas to develop, ensuring each portion is both hearty and flavorful.

Serve hot alongside fresh bread, steamed grains, or a crisp seasonal salad for a well-rounded dining experience.

If you enjoy authentic cooking, be sure to also explore our recipe for Acaraje Black-Eyed Pea Fritters With Shrimp Filling.

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Ingredients

Conchs2 Lbs
Onion1
Green Pepper1/2
Red Pepper1/2
Scallions2
Salt1 tsp
Black Pepper1/4 tsp
Seasoning1/4 tsp
Coconut1
Flour1 tablespoon
ChilliTo taste
All purpose flour1 cup
Vegetable Oil1/2 tbs
SaltDash
WaterSplash

Step-by-Step Instructions

12 steps

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Step 1

Conch Stew Cooking Directions

Step 2

Clean conch meat and pound to tenderize.

Step 3♨️ Boil⏱️ 3 hours

Boil conch for 2 - 3 hours or until tender.

Step 4

Make Sea Pie while conch cooks (instructions below).

Step 5

Once cool, cut conch in bite size pieces and season.

Step 6🍲 Simmer⏱️ 20 minutes

Add all ingredients, except flour, to pan and simmer for 10 to 20 minutes.

Step 7🥄 Mix

Mix flour with 1 cup water and pour into pan to thicken.

Step 8⏱️ 10 minutes

Add Sea Pie pieces and continue to cook for an additional 10 minutes.

Step 9

Sea Pie Cooking Directions

Step 10

Make dough with flour, pinch of salt and water so that you can roll out as thin as possible, then cut into 2 ½” x 2 ½” squares.

Step 11⏱️ 30 minutes

Let set for 30 minutes then stretch squares to thin them out and add to conch stew mixture.

Step 12✨ Serve

Serve with white rice, plantain, breadfruit or your choice of vegetables.

👨‍🍳 Chef's Culinary Notes

Cultural Heritage

Conch Stew carries a rich culinary tradition rooted in regional home cooking. Developed over generations, the recipe highlights wholesome local ingredients prepared with time-honored kitchen techniques.

Dietary Substitutions

If using instant dry yeast instead of active dry yeast, you can mix it directly into the dry ingredients without proofing first, reducing wait time by 15 minutes.

Chef Technique Tips

Always ensure liquids used to activate the yeast are comfortably lukewarm (around 38°C–42°C / 100°F–108°F); liquid that is too hot will kill the yeast, while cold liquid delays proofing. Keep the dough in a warm, draft-free spot to rise.

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