CALLALOO SOUP

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A taste of the Caribbean. The main ingredients are callaloo leaves, or spinach, and okra. Both were originally brought from Africa in the seventeenth century. Serve piping hot with slices of avocado pear and hot bread.

Provided by CORWYNN DARKHOLME

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound callaloo leaves or spinach
6 cups chicken stock
1 onion, chopped
½ pound salt beef, fat removed and diced
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
6 tablespoons minced shallots
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
1 green chile pepper, chopped
1 cup okra
½ pound crabmeat

Steps:

  • Remove the thick stems of the callaloo leaves, chop roughly, and put into a large saucepan. Add the chicken stock, onion, beef, black pepper, shallots, thyme, chili pepper, and crab meat. Cover, and simmer until meat is tender, about 35 minutes.
  • Add the okra, and cook for 8 minutes.
  • Remove the chili pepper. Puree the soup in a blender or food processor. Reheat, and adjust seasonings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119.7 calories, Carbohydrate 8.6 g, Cholesterol 49.9 mg, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 13.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 332.6 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

Vincent BahumiMoemediiey
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This soup looks amazing.


mike pro88
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I can't wait to try this soup!


Wali Romeo
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This soup is a great way to experiment with new flavors.


RJ Balu
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I'm not sure what callaloo is, but this soup is delicious!


Zahid Miladi
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This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Jackson wataka
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I love the vibrant green color of this soup.


eliaser luxer
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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day.


DOMINO Smith
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I added some shrimp to the soup and it was delicious.


Krishna Bk
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover chicken or turkey.


Faridul638 Faridul638
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This soup is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The flavor is amazing.


Karima Ahmad
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I made this soup in my slow cooker and it turned out great. It's a great way to have a hot meal ready when you get home from work.


Hyper Dylen34
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The soup is very filling and satisfying. I had it for lunch and it kept me full all afternoon.


Declores Rose
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This soup is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


amanj bemnat
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I'm not a fan of coconut milk, but I still liked this soup. The other flavors really shine through.


Rakan AL Kaabi
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The soup is a bit spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. Next time, I'll use less pepper.


Ratin Hasan
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This is the best callaloo soup I've ever had!


Ahmed Gemechu
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The soup is very creamy and flavorful. I love the addition of the coconut milk.


Mai Housden
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This recipe is very easy to follow. I'm not a great cook, but I was able to make this soup without any problems.


Asimiqbal Asimiqbal
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover greens. I added some chopped spinach and kale, and it turned out great.


AVA Ava
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This callaloo soup is incredibly delicious and flavorful. The combination of the greens, the coconut milk, and the spices creates a rich and satisfying dish.