main course
Ideas to serve as main course or entrée.
Three sisters stew
This three sisters stew is a hearty, vegetable-packed hug in a bowl, built around the classic trio of corn, beans, and squash. Those three ingredients simmer together with onion, garlic, tomatoes, and herbs until the squash turns tender, the beans go creamy, and the corn gives little pops of sweetness in every bite. It’s thick, cozy, and satisfying enough to serve as a main dish, no meat required.
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.
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.