Jamaican Calalloo
Discover Calalloo, a flavorful and authentic dish originating from Jamaica. This delicious blend of tender kale, crispy bacon, and aromatic spices offers an explosion of flavors. Easy to prepare and rich in nutrition, it's the perfect dish to explore Caribbean cuisine.
🛒 Ingredients
4 servings
- 1 bunch kale
- 2 slices bacon, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1 sprig fresh thyme
- 1 tomato, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 4 plantains
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
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- 1
Clean the kale and soak it in a bowl of cold water for 5 to 10 minutes. Drain well and chop into pieces.
- 2
Prepare all ingredients: thinly slice the onions, mince the garlic, dice the tomato and red bell pepper.
- 3
Cook the bacon in a pot until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- 4
In the same pot with the bacon fat, add the onions, garlic, and thyme. Stir for 1 minute.
- 5
Add the tomato, red bell pepper, and paprika. Sauté for 2 to 3 minutes.
- 6
Stir in the kale and cook over medium heat for 10 to 15 minutes until tender.
- 7
Add the crumbled bacon, mix well, and serve hot with the plantains.
💡 Chef's Tip
You can add scotch bonnet pepper for extra heat. The plantains can be cooked separately (boiled or fried) and served as a side. For a lighter version, reduce the amount of bacon.
