Lambi Stew

Name: Lambi Stew
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 65 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Haitian
Ingredients: 2 lbs frozen conch, thawed and cleaned, cubed; 1/4 cup fresh lime juice; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 onion, chopped; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 red or green bell pepper, chopped; 2 tbsp tomato paste; 1 can diced tomatoes (canned); 2 cups chicken broth; 2 sprigs fresh thyme (or dried); 1/2 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper

Tender conch simmered in a rich tomato-based stew with peppers, garlic, and aromatic spices. A Haitian seafood classic.

65 minMediumServes 4280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 lbs frozen conch, thawed and cleaned, cubed
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
2 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 red or green bell pepper, chopped
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 can diced tomatoes (canned)
2 cups chicken broth
2 sprigs fresh thyme (or dried)
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1

Combine 2 lbs cubed frozen conch, thawed and cleaned with 1/4 cup fresh lime juice and let sit for 5 minutes to tenderize.
2

Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 chopped onion, 4 cloves minced garlic, and 1 chopped red or green bell pepper. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
3

Stir in 2 tbsp tomato paste and cook for 1 minute to deepen the flavor.
4

Add the frozen conch, thawed and cleaned and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5

Pour in 1 can diced tomatoes (canned) and 2 cups chicken broth. Add 2 sprigs fresh thyme (or dried), 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
6

Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cook uncovered for 30-35 minutes until the frozen conch, thawed and cleaned is very tender.
7

Adjust seasonings and serve hot with rice or bread.

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What is Lambi Stew?

Tender conch simmered in a rich tomato-based stew with peppers, garlic, and aromatic spices. A Haitian seafood classic. This reference files it under Haitian dinner: made on the stovetop, rated medium and about 65 minutes start to finish.

How long does Lambi Stew take?

As written, 65 minutes: 20 of prep and 45 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 6 (35 minutes): "Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cook uncovered for 30-35 minutes until the frozen conch, thawed and cleaned is very tender."

How do I know when Lambi Stew is done?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 6: cook until the frozen conch, thawed and cleaned is very tender.

How many calories are in Lambi Stew?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 280 calories, with 32 g protein, 12 g carbohydrate and 11 g fat, plus 2 g fiber and 710 mg sodium.

How do I store and reheat Lambi Stew?

Refrigerate what is left of Lambi Stew within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop. It also freezes well for up to three months.

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