The Bahamas
What people eat, drink and cook in The Bahamas.
Coconut crusted fish with lime-mustard mayo
A crispy, golden-brown crust of sweet coconut and fine breadcrumbs offers a perfect textural contrast to the delicate fish inside. The zesty hint of lime brightens every bite, creating a dish that is both refreshing and satisfying.
Crab, shrimp and okra gumbo
This Bahamian gumbo is a vibrant celebration of the sea's bounty, blending sweet crab and succulent shrimp with earthy okra in a rich, fragrant broth. Unlike its Louisiana cousin, this version gets its depth from a bright tomato base and a gentle warmth from island spices, creating a truly unique and unforgettable flavor. It’s a dish meant for sharing, a pot of comfort and joy that brings people together.
Grilled scallop and shrimp brochettes with tropical salsa
Skewers of sweet, succulent sea scallops and plump, juicy shrimp are grilled to perfection, then crowned with a vibrant tropical salsa that bursts with the flavors of mango, pineapple, and a hint of zesty lime. The combination of caramelized seafood and bright, fruity salsa creates a beautiful harmony of tastes and textures that is both refreshing and satisfying.
This dish is the essence of summer dining; light, fresh, and incredibly flavorful. It’s perfect for a sophisticated appetizer, or a light main course that feels like a mini-vacation.
Beer-boiled shrimp
Succulent shrimp simmered in a foamy, flavour-packed beer broth, enhanced with garlic, fresh bay leaf and a hint of black pepper. A simple, one-pot dish that captures the seaside mood, perfect as an appetizer or a casual party favourite.
Lobster with ketchup-mayo sauce (Bahamian style)
A simple, comforting dish. The sauce also works well with other fish and shellfish.
Boil’ fish
A clear, lime-bright fish soup simmered with potatoes, onions, a touch of butter, and, occasionally, a hot pepper. It’s classic breakfast or late-night comfort food, typically served with Johnny cake or grits. Locals often call it just boil.
Barbecued sirloin steak (Bahamas style)
Juicy sirloin soaked in a savory tomato–soy–olive oil marinade with sweet onions and green pepper, then grilled hot for a caramelized crust and tender slices.
Stewed squab and cabbage (Bahamas style)
This dish nestles browned squab into a bed of silky cabbage enriched with bacon and sweet raisins. Everything happens in one pan.
Bahamian curried lobster
A quick, flavorful dish made with cooked lobster meat that can be easily adapted to make the most of all kinds of leftovers.
Bahamas barbecue chicken
The secret to this recipe is its simplicity. Once seasoned with the jerk spice mix, the chicken is grilled to perfection, capturing that unmistakable barbecue flavor while keeping the meat tender and juicy. The barbecue sauce adds a final touch.