Caribbean Callaloo

— Quick and Flavorful Caribbean Greens

Start your morning with the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean with Callaloo, a quick and flavorful breakfast dish perfect as a side or main. This leafy green dish is not only nutritious but also packed with aromatic herbs, peppers, and spices that wake up your taste buds.

Tender callaloo leaves are sautéed with onions, garlic, sweet peppers, and a touch of scotch bonnet for mild heat, creating a wholesome and satisfying breakfast. Serve it alongside eggs, fried dumplings, or avocado toast for a truly Caribbean-inspired morning meal.

This recipe works equally well with fresh or canned callaloo and can be adapted with spinach, kale, or even added saltfish for a protein boost. Quick, versatile, and packed with flavor, it’s a breakfast your whole family will love.

Recipe Details

• Servings: 4–6

• Prep Time: 10 mins

• Cook Time: 10 mins

Ingredients

• 1 can callaloo (drained) or 4 cups fresh callaloo

• 2 tablespoons water

• 1 medium tomato, diced

• 2 stalks scallion, chopped

• 1 garlic clove, minced

• 2 sprigs thyme

• ½ medium onion, chopped

• 1 teaspoon all-purpose seasoning

• 1 tablespoon oil

• ¼ teaspoon salt

• ¼ teaspoon black pepper

• ½ scotch bonnet pepper, chopped

• ¼ green sweet pepper, julienned

• ¼ red sweet pepper, julienned
  

Instructions:

1. Finely chop all seasonings and set aside.

2. Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium heat.

3. Sauté the tomato, scallion, thyme, onion, garlic, scotch bonnet pepper, and sweet peppers for 2–3 minutes.

4. Add the callaloo, all-purpose seasoning, salt, and pepper.

5. Pour in the water and let it simmer on low heat for 5–7 minutes. Remove from heat and serve.

💡 Chef’s Note:

Perfect as a breakfast side with eggs, dumplings, or avocado toast. Can also be adapted with spinach, kale, or added saltfish for a protein-rich morning dish.

From my kitchen to yours, enjoy!
— Raina 🌿🍛🔥