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Side shot of a beautifully plated dish featuring golden and crispy baked chicken wings served with diced potatoes, carrots, and a vibrant cilantro garnish. Lime slices add a fresh touch to the dish. The setting is clean and simple, on a white marble countertop, highlighting the colorful ingredients and the succulent chicken wings.

Bahamian Chicken Souse Recipe

Bahamian Chicken Souse is a flavorful, zesty dish featuring tender chicken wings, hearty vegetables, and a tangy lime-infused broth. It’s a comforting yet refreshing meal, perfect for family gatherings and island-inspired feasts.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Bahamian, Caribbean
Prep Time: 40 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Calories: 1226kcal
Author: Jacob Allen
Servings: 4

Equipment

  • Large bowl (for marinating)
  • Grill pan or regular skillet
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife
  • Saute pan (for peppers)
  • Rice cooker or pot (for cooking rice)
  • Small bowl (for sauce)

Ingredients

  • 24 chicken wings separated
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
  • 1 large onion diced
  • ½ green pepper diced
  • 6 large potatoes peeled and diced
  • 3 carrots diced
  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon ground allspice
  • 2 bay leaves
  • ¾ cup lime juice
  • 3 cups water
  • salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Marinate chicken wings in lime juice, seasoned salt, vegetable oil, and spices for 10-15 minutes.
    A top-down view of a glass bowl containing chicken wings marinating in lime juice, seasoned salt, vegetable oil, and a sprinkle of spices, including crushed red pepper flakes. The white marble countertop and a black knife with a cutting board are visible, creating a clean, organized setting for marinating. The ingredients are clearly visible, soaking up the flavors of the spices.
  • Cook rice in a rice cooker or pot, then stir in cilantro and lime juice.
    A top-down shot of a rice cooker with freshly cooked fluffy rice inside, ready to be mixed with fresh cilantro and lime juice. The ingredients are carefully placed on a white marble countertop, with a small bowl of lime juice and cilantro leaves to the side, showcasing the simplicity of preparing this flavorful rice dish.
  • Heat oil in a sauté pan and cook diced onions, green peppers, and carrots until softened.
    A top-down image of a black sauté pan on a white marble countertop, with diced onions, green peppers, and carrots being sautéed in oil. The vegetables are softened and lightly caramelized, creating a colorful medley. A wooden spoon rests in the pan, adding to the simple and clean scene of preparing these flavorful vegetables.
  • Add potatoes to the sauté pan and cook until tender.
    A top-down shot of the same black sauté pan with diced potatoes added to the sautéed onions, carrots, and green peppers. The potatoes are cooking until they become tender and slightly crispy, while bay leaves and spices are visible in the pan. The scene is minimalist, with the ingredients and equipment clearly shown on the white marble countertop.
  • In a large pot, bring water, lime juice, and all spices to a boil.
    A top-down shot of marinated chicken wings simmering in the large pot filled with boiling water, lime juice, and spices. The chicken wings are cooking in the flavorful broth, and steam rises from the pot, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The pot sits on a white marble countertop with a clean, minimalist background.
  • Add marinated chicken wings and simmer for 30-35 minutes until cooked through.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve hot, optionally garnish with additional lime slices.
    Side shot of a beautifully plated dish featuring golden and crispy baked chicken wings served with diced potatoes, carrots, and a vibrant cilantro garnish. Lime slices add a fresh touch to the dish. The setting is clean and simple, on a white marble countertop, highlighting the colorful ingredients and the succulent chicken wings.

Nutrition

Calories: 1226kcal | Carbohydrates: 112g | Protein: 80g | Fat: 52g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 206mg | Sodium: 501mg | Potassium: 3064mg | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin C: 145mg | Calcium: 156mg