Callaloo Trinidad Receita

Experience the vibrant flavors of Trinidad and Tobago with this authentic Callaloo recipe! A national favorite, this iron-rich soup is a weekly staple for many Trinidadians, often enjoyed on Sundays. Made with tender Callaloo leaves (easily substituted with chard, kale, or spinach), succulent crab, and warming spices, this hearty soup is perfect served with rice, macaroni pie, coo-coo, or your favorite root vegetables. Make a big batch – it freezes beautifully for future enjoyment!

Preparo 20 min
Cozimento 55 min
Calorias 203.2 kcal
Proteína 8g
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Ingredientes para Callaloo Trinidad

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 stalk celery, chopped
  • 1 sprig fresh thyme
  • 1/4 cup chopped chives
  • 10-12 okras, sliced
  • 1 lb pumpkin, peeled and diced
  • 2 bunches dasheen leaves (callaloo bush), stems removed, washed, and roughly chopped
  • 1 (13.5 ounce) can full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 teaspoon Maggi seasoning
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 live blue crabs, cleaned and quartered
  • 1 whole Scotch bonnet pepper
  • 1 tablespoon margarine
  • Salt, to taste
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

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Como fazer Callaloo Trinidad

  1. Wash and chop all vegetables.
  2. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add Scotch Bonnet peppers (carefully!), okra, and thyme. Cook for another 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently.
  4. Add callaloo leaves (or substitute), diced tomatoes, coconut milk, and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, or until callaloo is tender.
  5. Stir in crab meat and season with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for a further 10 minutes, or until heated through. Do not overcook the crab.
  6. Serve hot with rice, macaroni pie, coo-coo, or your favorite root vegetables.
  7. Enjoy your delicious and authentic Trinidadian Callaloo!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

20 g

Sugar

19g

Fat

45g

Carbs

3g

Perguntas frequentes

Quanto tempo leva para fazer Callaloo Trinidad?

Callaloo Trinidad leva cerca de 75 minutos do início ao fim — aproximadamente 20 minutos de preparo e 55 minutos de cozimento.

Quantas calorias tem Callaloo Trinidad?

Callaloo Trinidad tem aproximadamente 203.2 calorias por porção, com cerca de 8 g de proteína, 3 g de carboidratos e 26 g de gordura.

De quais ingredientes preciso para Callaloo Trinidad?

Os principais ingredientes de Callaloo Trinidad são Vegetable Oil, Onion, Garlic Cloves, Celery, Fresh Thyme, Chives. Veja a lista completa com as medidas acima.

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