Conch Chowder

INGREDIENTS:

Olive Oil - 2 Tbsp
Conch Meat, chopped - 1 pound
Garlic - 2 Tbsp
Onions, diced ½" - 1 ½ cups
Celery, diced ½" - ½ cup
Tomato paste - 3 Tbsp
Chicken Broth - 1 quart
Thyme, fresh - 2 tsp
Oregano, fresh - 1 tsp
Carrots, diced ½" - ½ cup
Clam juice - 2 cups
Potatoes, diced 1 - ½ cups
Tomatoes, diced 1 - ½ cups
Salt and Pepper to taste

PREPARATION:

Place the oil in a pot and heat until very hot.
Add the conch meat and sear for 1 to 2 minutes.
Add the garlic, onions, celery, carrots, and potatoes and sauté for 2 minutes.
Add all the remaining ingredients, mix well and bring to a boil.
Simmer until the potatoes are tender.
Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve hot with croutons or crackers