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Jamaican Callaloo with Spicesהתמונה להמחשה בלבד
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Jamaican Callaloo with Spices

Steady frying heat sets the outside quickly while allowing the centre to cook through as directed. A celebration of Caribbean flavours featuring meticulously steamed leafy greens harmonised with garlic, thyme, and chilli for a rich, aromatic profile.

Prep
10 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
Medium
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What to know about Jamaican Callaloo with Spices

Caribbean-style steamed callaloo—tender, juicy greens scented with thyme and a lively Scotch bonnet kick—makes a classic warm side for rice, fish, or chicken. Gluten-free and dairy-free, and comfortably fits a keto diet.

Timing
30 min
Serves
4
Dietary notes
Dairy-free, Gluten-free, Keto, Peanut-free

⚠️Before cooking, check ingredient labels and cross-contact risk for your dietary needs.

This is not medical advice. For allergies or dietary restrictions, always confirm with your healthcare provider.

Instructions

Servings:4
  1. 1Heat the oil in a large pan over medium heat.
  2. 2Add the chopped onion and fry until soft.
  3. 3Add the chopped garlic, Scotch pepper and thyme, and cook for a minute to release the aroma.
  4. 4Add the tomato and pepper and cook until soft.
  5. 5Add the chopped calla leaves, season with salt and black pepper.
  6. 6mix well.
  7. 7Lower the flame, add the stock, cover the pan and cook for 5 to 7 minutes.
  8. 8During this time, the callalo leaves will shrink and the flavours will meld.
  9. 9Add the chopped spring onions.
  10. 10Taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary add salt or pepper.

Ingredients

  • 1 bunch callaloo (approx. 400-500g, washed and chopped), 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 1 medium onion, chopped, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 1 Scotch bonnet pepper, seeded and finely chopped (optional), 2 sprigs fresh thyme, 1 large tomato, chopped, 1 small red pepper, chopped, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, salt to taste, 2 tablespoons chicken stock (or water), 60 ml spring onions, chopped

Nutrition

Calories
50
Protein
0.1g
Carbs
0.3g

Chef tips

Spinach can be used as a substitute for callaloo. Adding a bit of lemon juice at the end can brighten the dish.

Nutrition

Calories
50
Protein
0.1g
Carbs
0.3g

Chef tips

Spinach can be used as a substitute for callaloo. Adding a bit of lemon juice at the end can brighten the dish.

Culinary reasoning

Steady frying heat sets the outside quickly while allowing the centre to cook through as directed. A celebration of Caribbean flavours featuring meticulously steamed leafy greens harmonised with garlic, thyme, and chilli for a rich, aromatic profile.

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