Bahamian Stew Fish — Print Recipe

Tender grouper simmered in a rich tomato-based sauce with onions, peppers, and thyme. A hearty staple of Bahamian home cooking.

Ingredients

1 Season grouper with lime juice, salt, and pepper. Let sit 15 minutes.
2 Heat oil in a deep skillet. Lightly brown fish on each side, about 2 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
3 In the same skillet, saute onion and bell pepper until softened, about 5 minutes.
4 Add diced tomatoes and tomato paste. Cook 3 minutes, stirring.
5 Add water, thyme, and whole Scotch bonnet. Bring to a simmer.
6 Return fish to the sauce. Cover and simmer gently for 20 minutes until fish is tender and sauce has thickened.
7 Remove Scotch bonnet before serving. Adjust seasoning.

Did You Know?

Stew fish is often called the national breakfast of the Bahamas, served with grits or johnny cake.