Callaloo Stew Recipes

CALLALOO

Steps:

• Remove the small branches with leaves from the main stem and submerge the callaloo into a bowl of cold water. Let soak for a minute and remove, discarding the water. Repeat 2 more times. Finely chop the leaves and branches and set aside.
• Heat the oil and butter in a medium-size skillet over medium heat until the butter is melted. Add the onion and scallions, stirring until the onion begins to soften, about 2 minutes. Add the callaloo, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix all of the ingredients together, add the water, and cover. Cook over medium heat until the stems are tender, about 8 minutes.

CALLALOO (LEAFY GREENS WITH TOMATO AND ONION)

Steps:

• If using saltfish, place it in a small pot and cover with water by 1 inch. Boil the saltfish over medium heat until softened, adding water as needed to cover, about 30 minutes to 1 hour. Strain, then let the saltfish cool. Break apart into small pieces.
• In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high. Add the onion and sauté until softened, about 2 minutes. Add the tomato and sauté until softened, about 2 minutes.
• Add the callaloo and cook, stirring frequently, until tender, 5 to 10 minutes, adding the prepared saltfish halfway through, if using. Stir in the seasoned salt and pepper and serve.

MOOSEWOOD CALLALOO GREENS STEW

Steps:

• In soup pot, saute onions for a minute or two.
• Add garlic and continue sauteeing for another 2 or 3 minutes, until softened.
• Add seasonings and saute another minute, stirring to prevent spices from sticking and scorching.
• Stir in water or stock and add sweet potatoes or squash.
• Bring to a boil and simmer 5 minutes.
• If you are using callaloo, turnip greens or kale (but not spinach), stir it in at this time.
• Add okra and simmer another 5 minutes.
• Stir in tomatoes, lime juice, salt and spinach, if you are using it.
• Cook for another 3 or 4 minutes until all vegetables are tender.
• Add more salt or lime juice to taste.
• Serve while hot.