CRAB 'N RICE (THE BAHAMAS)

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This recipe Is from week 19 of my food blog, "Travel by Stove." I am attempting to cook one meal from every nation on Earth, and The Bahamas are my 19th stop. Crab 'n rice is a favorite meal in the Bahamas; it is traditionally made with land crabs, but sea crabs are an almost indistinguishable substitution.

Provided by GiddyUpGo

Categories     Crab

Time 1h20m

Yield 8-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons oil
1 onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
5 tablespoons tomato paste
salt and pepper
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1 teaspoon paprika
4 cups water (traditional) or 4 cups crab stock (my tweak)
2 cups long grain rice
2 cups pigeon peas, canned
4 whole crabs

Steps:

  • Crack the crab and remove the meat. Carefully pick through the meat to make sure there are no remaining bits of shell.
  • Chop up the vegetables and fry them in the oil until they are soft. Stir in the tomato paste and seasonings, adding a little more oil if you need to. Saute for a few minutes until the flavors are incorporated.
  • Add three cups of water (I used non-traditional crab stock) and bring to a boil. Add the pigeon peas and crab and let boil for five minutes or so.
  • Add the rice (you can also add more water if the mixture looks too dry), return to a boil, then reduce heat and cover. Let simmer until all the liquid has been absorbed (about 20 minutes).

Md Tushar Imran
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my dish didn't turn out as flavorful as I expected. Maybe I used the wrong type of crab meat.


leeAnn Du plessis
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This recipe is a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra spices and it was much better.


khelo Bangladesh
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I'm allergic to shellfish, so I substituted the crab meat with shrimp. It turned out just as delicious!


Nayyar Sultan
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This dish is a great way to sneak some veggies into your kids' diet. They'll love the flavorful rice and crab, and they won't even notice the hidden vegetables.


Jibon Sikder
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I love the versatility of this recipe. You can add different vegetables or spices to customize it to your liking.


sbshamim vlog
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The end result is a delicious and authentic crab n' rice dish that is sure to impress your guests.


Melissa Apollon
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I followed the recipe exactly, and the dish turned out perfectly. It was a bit spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it.


Malik Seidu
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This dish is a true celebration of Caribbean cuisine. The use of fresh herbs and spices creates a vibrant and flavorful dish that is sure to impress.


Philio Jones
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I'm not a huge fan of seafood, but this crab n' rice dish changed my mind. The flavors were so well-balanced, and the crab meat was cooked perfectly.


Demyrion Caldwell
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover crab meat. It's also a budget-friendly meal that's perfect for weeknight dinners.


Alabi Iyanuoluwa
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Loved the simplicity of this recipe. Just a few basic ingredients, but the result is a dish that is full of flavor.


Johnny Do
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This crab n' rice is comfort food at its finest. The combination of crab, rice, and spices is simply irresistible.


Lesley “Star” Pickford
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I made this dish for a potluck, and it was a hit! Everyone raved about the delicious flavors and the generous amount of crab meat.


Kaluperuma Rusiru Silva
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to follow, and the results are amazing. The crab n' rice turned out flavorful, moist, and packed with crab meat.


Wael Chami
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I've tried many crab n' rice recipes, but this one takes the cake. The use of fresh crab meat and aromatic spices elevated the dish to a whole new level. Two thumbs up!


Natalie H
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This crab n' rice dish was an absolute delight! The flavors of the crab, rice, and spices blended perfectly, creating a harmonious taste experience.