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Name: Authentic Bahamian Crayfish Stew Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Bahamas
Ingredients: 2 lbs freshwater crayfish (crawfish), cleaned and shells removed (heads and tails kept intact); 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 large onion, finely chopped; 1 green bell pepper, diced; 1 red bell pepper, diced; 2 celery stalks, finely chopped; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 Scotch bonnet pepper, whole (for heat; do not puncture); 2 medium tomatoes, diced (or 1 cup canned diced tomatoes); 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 cup water or seafood stock; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste); 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon allspice (optional, for authentic flavor); 1 bay leaf; 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish); Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (for garnish, optional)

Bahamian Crayfish Stew

Bahamas

Andros

Freshwater crayfish (crawfish) slow-cooked in a savory gravy with onions and peppers.

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