Conch

Mark Foods sources wild Queen Conch (Aliger gigas) from the warm, clear waters of Nicaragua, Belize, and Honduras. A Caribbean delicacy prized for its sweet, slightly briny flavor and firm yet tender texture, conch is a staple in coastal cuisines and is highly versatile in both raw and cooked applications. Our conch is available in multiple formats to suit a range of culinary uses, from fine dining to high-volume foodservice.

Scientific Name
Aliger Gigas (formerly known as Strombus gigas)
regional nicknames
Queen Conch, Caracol, Caribbean Conch, Pink Conch

Product Details

product format

Frozen, Raw

prep

Conch Meat, Ground Conch, Conch Trimmings

Pack

100% Cleaned Conch Meat (10 x 5 lb)
85% Cleaned Conch Meat (10 x 5 lb)
Ground Conch (10 x 5 lb)
Conch Trimmings (10 x 5 lb)

country of origin

Nicaragua, Honduras, Belize

catch method

Wild-caught by divers

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Species highlights

Premium Wild-Caught Origin

Harvested from the warm, clear waters of Central America, including Nicaragua, Belize, and Honduras.

Distinct Flavor & Texture

Naturally sweet and briny with a tender yet meaty texture that softens beautifully when prepared.

Culinary Versatility

Perfect for ceviche, fritters, chowders, stews, and authentic Caribbean or coastal-inspired dishes.

Format Variety

Offered in four convenient formats: 100% cleaned, 85% cleaned, ground, and trimmings—ideal for both premium and value applications.

Responsible Sourcing

CITES Management: Regulated under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES)
Fisheries managed to protect wild conch populations with harvest quotas and seasonal restrictions

Traceability

Vessel-level traceability and documented export permits under CITES control

Delicious Details

Learn what makes this species a mouth-watering seafood staple.

Ideal Cooking Techniques

Fried

Grilled

Stewed

Sautéed

Flavor Notes

Sweet, oceanic, lightly briny

Texture

Firm and meaty, tender

Culinary uses
across cuisines

Conch Fritters

Cuisine Type
Bahamian
Source
A Spicy Perspective

Crispy Bahamian conch fritters with tender conch, bell peppers, and spices in a golden fried batter.

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Grilled Conch

Cuisine Type
Bahamian
Source
Cook'n

Bahamian-style grilled conch steaks seasoned with lime, garlic, onion, and chilies, char-grilled and finished in foil.

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Coconut Conch Chowder

Cuisine Type
Caribbean
Source
All Recipes

A creamy Caribbean coconut conch chowder simmered with tender conch, sweet potato, vegetables, fish stock, and fragrant coconut milk.

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