Recipe

Caribbean Buttered Conch Delight

Tropical Buttered Conch Medley

4.7 out of 5

Indulge in the flavors of the Caribbean with this delectable recipe for Caribbean Buttered Conch Delight. This dish combines tender conch meat with a rich and creamy butter sauce, creating a mouthwatering medley of flavors that will transport you to the sunny shores of the Caribbean.

Seafood› Conch in Butter Sauce

Cuisine of the Americas› Caribbean cuisine

Preparation time

20 minutes

Cooking time

10 minutes

Total time

30 minutes

Yields

4 servings

Preparation difficulty

Medium

Suitable for

Pescatarian, Gluten-free, Dairy-free (if using dairy-free butter substitute)

Allergens

Shellfish

Not suitable for

Vegan, Vegetarian, Nut-free, Shellfish allergy, Soy allergy

Ingredients

1 lb (450g) conch meat, cleaned and sliced 1 lb (450g) conch meat, cleaned and sliced
4 tbsp (56g) unsalted butter 4 tbsp (56g) unsalted butter
2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
1 tsp (2g) dried thyme 1 tsp (2g) dried thyme
1 tsp (2g) paprika 1 tsp (2g) paprika
Juice of 1 lime Juice of 1 lime
Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Nutrition

Calories (kcal / KJ): 280 kcal / 1172 KJ
Fat (total, saturated): 16g, 10g
Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 6g, 1g
Protein: 28g
Fiber: 1g
Salt: 0.8g

Preparation

1.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
2.
Add the minced garlic, dried thyme, and paprika to the skillet. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3.
Add the conch meat to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the meat is tender.
4.
Squeeze the lime juice over the conch meat and season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir well to combine.
5.
Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with fresh parsley.
6.
Serve the Caribbean Buttered Conch Delight hot with your choice of side dishes.

Treat your ingredients with care...

Conch meat — Ensure that the conch meat is properly cleaned and sliced before cooking. Tenderize the meat by pounding it lightly with a meat mallet to achieve a more tender texture.

Tips & Tricks

If conch meat is not available, you can substitute it with shrimp or scallops for a similar taste and texture.
For an extra kick of heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the butter sauce.
Serve the Caribbean Buttered Conch Delight with a side of coconut rice to complement the flavors.

Serving advice

Caribbean Buttered Conch Delight is best served hot, straight from the skillet. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and serve with your choice of side dishes.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation of the dish, arrange the cooked conch meat on a bed of coconut rice and drizzle the butter sauce over the top. Garnish with a sprig of fresh thyme or a slice of lime for an extra touch of elegance.