Description
Bahamian Chicken Souse brings Caribbean comfort straight to your kitchen, packed with zesty lime and tender chicken that dances with traditional island flavors. Warm spices and a tangy broth create a soul-satisfying meal perfect for sharing with friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 24 chicken wings
- 6 large potatoes
- 3 carrots
Supporting Ingredients:
- 1 large onion
- ½ green pepper
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 1 tablespoon ground allspice
- 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 bay leaves
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- ¾ cup lime juice
- 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
- 3 cups water
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Submerge 24 chicken wings in 3 tablespoons lime juice, 1 teaspoon seasoned salt, and 1 teaspoon vegetable oil, allowing the marinade to penetrate for 15 minutes at room temperature.
- Warm a large pot over medium heat with 1 teaspoon vegetable oil, then sauté 1 diced onion and ½ diced green pepper for 4-5 minutes until they become translucent.
- Add 3 diced carrots and 6 peeled diced potatoes to the pot, stirring continuously for 6-7 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
- Pour ¾ cup lime juice and 3 cups water into the pot, then introduce 1 tablespoon ground allspice, ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, and 2 bay leaves.
- Bring the liquid mixture to a rolling boil at 212°F, then carefully lower the marinated chicken wings into the pot.
- Reduce heat to low, covering the pot and allowing the chicken to simmer for 35 minutes at 190°F, ensuring your wings reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Remove bay leaves, taste the broth, and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper according to your preference.
- Ladle the steaming souse into deep bowls, ensuring each serving contains tender chicken and a generous portion of vegetables.
Notes
- Always marinate chicken at room temperature to help the flavors penetrate deeply into the meat.
- For a lighter version, swap chicken wings with skinless chicken breasts or thighs to reduce fat content.
- Chop vegetables uniformly to ensure even cooking and consistent texture in your souse.
- Fresh lime juice makes a huge difference, so avoid bottled juice for the most authentic Bahamian flavor.
- Prep Time: 10-15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Bahamian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 to 8
- Calories: 160 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg