CALLALOO (CREAMY SPINACH AND OKRA)
This is one of my favorite recipes! Straight out of the west indies, it turned me into a spinach lover and it is easy to make. I hope you enjoy
Provided by Jazmina
Categories Spinach
Time 40m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Wash and stem spinach and rip or chop leaves into medium sized pieces. Wash okra de-stem and chop into smaller chunks. Mince up your onion, garlic, hot pepper and sweet pepper.
- Heat a medium sized pot on med-high add in some oil.
- When oil is hot add in onion and cook until it starts to become translucent, now add in your garlic and chili, cook until a golden brown.
- Add in your coconut milk starting with half a can and stir everything together.
- Add in your spinach, okra and sweet pepper. Turn down heat and mix well letting the spinach welt. Add more coconut milk if needed, you want to keep the coconut milk just below the food line.
- Cook for about 15 to 20 minutes until the okra and spinach are soft, and mash easily.
- Remove from heat and blend or mash everything together.
- Return to heat on low and add salt as needed.
- Serve on rice with lemon wedges and enjoy!
- It makes a great side dish or a meal on it's own.
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Ainembabazi Keller
[email protected]This callaloo is a great comfort food. It's warm and hearty, and it always makes me feel good.
Xd Sheikh
[email protected]I'm always looking for new ways to cook spinach, and this callaloo is a great option. It's so different from the usual steamed or sautéed spinach.
mahbubul islam
[email protected]This callaloo is a great way to sneak some extra vegetables into your kids' diet. They'll love the creamy texture and the mild flavor.
Jordan D
[email protected]I love the vibrant green color of this callaloo. It's so inviting.
Md Rokon
[email protected]This callaloo is a great side dish for any meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover spinach and okra.
ALFONZO MCDONALD
[email protected]I found this callaloo to be a bit bland. It needed more seasoning.
Tsaone Pule
[email protected]This callaloo is a bit too spicy for my taste, but I can see how others might enjoy it. The flavor is great.
Niya N Myri
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of okra, but I really enjoyed this callaloo. The coconut milk and spices balance out the okra flavor perfectly.
stef kock
[email protected]This callaloo is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's packed with spinach, okra, and tomatoes, and it's absolutely delicious.
Hayle mickael Tilahun
[email protected]I love the creamy texture of this callaloo. The okra and coconut milk really make it special.
Tariq Zada
[email protected]Callaloo is a new dish for me, but I'm so glad I tried it. The flavors are amazing, and it's so easy to make. I'll definitely be making this again!
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[email protected]This callaloo recipe is a winner! The combination of spinach, okra, and coconut milk is divine. I especially appreciate the detailed instructions, which made the cooking process a breeze.