Nassau Boil Fish (Lime, Allspice & Potato Morning-to-Night Broth) – Authentic Bahamas Recipe

Ingredients for Nassau Boil Fish (Lime, Allspice & Potato Morning-to-Night Broth) (4 Servings)

• 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) firm white grouper or snapper fillets, prepped into bite-sized pieces
• 1.5 cups cubed Yukon potatoes, washed and trimmed
• 1 cup sweet onions
• 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with fresh lime juice
• 1.5 tbsp traditional Bahamas seasoning (whole allspice berries, thyme, goat pepper)
• 2.5 cups rich culinary stock or aromatic cooking liquid, plus 2 tbsp cooking oil

Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions

1. Warm cooking oil in a heavy pot over medium heat; gently sweat the minced onion, garlic, and fresh lime juice for 3–4 minutes until fragrant.
2. Stir in whole allspice berries, thyme, goat pepper and toast for 45 seconds to release the essential oils of Bahamas's kitchen.
3. Add firm white grouper or snapper fillets and cubed Yukon potatoes, tossing to coat in the aromatic base.
4. Pour in the stock, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for 18–20 minutes until tender and deeply flavorful.
5. Fold in sweet onions, adjust seasoning, and ladle steaming hot into deep bowls.