George'S Bahamian Conch Chowder Recipe

Name: George'S Bahamian Conch Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 to 4 fresh or fresh frozen conch tails; 4 to 5 strips uncooked bacon or salt pork; 1 Tbsp. parsley flakes; 3 medium potatoes (skins on), diced; 3 celery stalks (heads on), diced; 2 (14 to 16 oz.) cans tomato sauce; 1 (14 to 16 oz.) can whole kernel corn (not creamed) or mixed vegetables; 1 Tbsp. seafood seasoning; 1/2 c. finely diced onion; 4 to 6 bay leaves; 3 medium carrots (skins on), diced; 1/2 c. bell pepper, diced; 2 (14 to 16 oz.) cans whole tomatoes; 1/3 c. Worcestershire sauce

Servings: persons

3 to 4 fresh or fresh frozen conch tails
4 to 5 strips uncooked bacon or salt pork
1 Tbsp. parsley flakes
3 medium potatoes (skins on), diced
3 celery stalks (heads on), diced
2 (14 to 16 oz.) cans tomato sauce
1 (14 to 16 oz.) can whole kernel corn (not creamed) or mixed vegetables
1 Tbsp. seafood seasoning
1/2 c. finely diced onion
4 to 6 bay leaves
3 medium carrots (skins on), diced
1/2 c. bell pepper, diced
2 (14 to 16 oz.) cans whole tomatoes
1/3 c. Worcestershire sauce

1
Using skinned conch tails (about 1 pound total), cut conch into strips and feed through standard meat (hamburger) grinder. Chop bacon (or salt pork); place with ground conch and chopped onion in uncovered frypan and cook over medium heat, stirring all the while until thoroughly browned.
2
Place browned conch mix, potatoes, green or red pepper, carrots and celery with tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, bay leaves and parsley flakes in 6-quart pressure cooker or lidded pot.
3
Add 1 to 2 cups water if mixture is too dense.
4
If pressure cooker is used, cook at 15 psi for 20 minutes.
5
If pot is used, bring to boil, then lower heat to medium-low for 1 1/2 to 2 hours or until potato and carrot cubes are tender to the fork.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 to 4 fresh or fresh frozen conch tails, 4 to 5 strips uncooked bacon or salt pork, 1 Tbsp. parsley flakes, 3 medium potatoes (skins on), diced, and more.

Yes, George'S Bahamian Conch Chowder falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

George'S Bahamian Conch Chowder

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Variations & substitutions

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