main course
Ideas to serve as main course or entrée.
Lobster with ketchup-mayo sauce (Bahamian style)
A simple, comforting dish. The sauce also works well with other fish and shellfish.
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.
Baked pork chops
Pan-seared pork chops baked in a tangy tomato-brown sugar sauce with lemon. Simple, flavorful, and perfect for weeknight dinners.
Saint Clement´s roast lamb
This dish typically features lamb infused with orange and lemon zest, thyme, and sometimes white wine or grape juice, creating a refreshing and aromatic roast. It’s a popular choice for festive occasions like Easter, symbolizing renewal and spring.
Braised sea cucumber in oyster sauce
This dish is a delicacy in Chinese cuisine, known for its soft, gelatinous texture and ability to absorb deep, rich flavors. It’s usually slow-braised in a flavorful sauce made with oyster sauce, soy sauce, and aromatic spices.
Guiness beef stew
A hearty and rich beef stew slow-cooked in Guinness for deep, complex flavors. Serve with soda bread.
Pasta Freeport
This appetizing seafood pasta features tender linguine tossed with succulent shrimp and seared scallops, lightly coated in a garlic olive oil sauce. Toasted pine nuts add a delightful crunch, while fresh parsley brings color and freshness.