bahamian stew fish

Recipe by
Baby Kato
Beautiful Shore Country, NB

This recipe has been placed here for play in CQ3 - Bahamas. Found at website: http://cookingwithsugar.blogspot.ca/2012/07/bahamian-stew-fish.html This stew fish is wonderful served with grits, johnny cake, rice or homemade bread. Tip: When needed, I use a roux of 2 tbsp of flour and water to thicken the stew. Be sure to use a strainer.

yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 5 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For bahamian stew fish

  • 2 – 3 lbs fish, cleaned and seasoned (we normally use grouper or snapper)
  • 1/3 cup cooking oil
  • ¾ cup flour
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • thyme
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste (optional)
  • salt & pepper to taste

How To Make bahamian stew fish

  • 1
    Partially fry fish until brown on both sides.
  • 2
    Heat oil in heavy frying pan/skillet, add flour and stir continually until brown.
  • 3
    Take care that it does not burn.
  • 4
    Add onion, thyme & tomato paste (optional) and mix well.
  • 5
    Place in a pot of boiling water (about 6 cups).
  • 6
    Reduce heat and allow to simmer for about 15 – 20 minutes or until fish is properly cooked.. and enjoy.

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