Jamaican-Style Callaloo with Caribbean Dreams Unsweetened Instant Ginger

Bring a little extra warmth to a Jamaican favourite with this flavourful callaloo recipe. Caribbean Dreams Unsweetened Instant Ginger adds a subtle peppery kick that complements the fresh vegetables, herbs and traditional island seasonings.

Enjoy it as a wholesome breakfast side, serve it with boiled food, or pair it with rice and your favourite protein for a satisfying Jamaican meal.

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

15–20 minutes

Servings

4

Ingredients

• 1 lb fresh Jamaican callaloo, washed and finely chopped

• 1 teaspoon Caribbean Dreams Unsweetened Instant Ginger

• 1 small onion, sliced

• 2 stalks scallion, chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 medium tomato, chopped

• ½ sweet pepper, sliced

• 2 sprigs fresh thyme

• ½ Scotch bonnet pepper, finely chopped, or to taste

• 1 tablespoon vegetable or coconut oil

• ¼ cup water

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

Method

1. Prepare the callaloo.

   
   

   Wash the callaloo thoroughly, remove any tough stems and finely chop the leaves and tender stalks.

2. Sauté the seasonings.

   
   

   Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion, scallion, garlic, sweet pepper, tomato, thyme and Scotch bonnet pepper. Sauté for 2–3 minutes, until fragrant and slightly softened.

3. Add the ginger.

   
   

   Stir in the Caribbean Dreams Unsweetened Instant Ginger, allowing it to blend with the vegetables and seasonings.

4. Cook the callaloo.

   
   

   Add the chopped callaloo and water. Toss gently to combine, then cover the saucepan and allow the callaloo to steam for approximately 10–12 minutes.

5. Season and finish.

   
   

   Remove the cover, stir well and season with salt and black pepper. Continue cooking uncovered for another 2–3 minutes, or until the callaloo is tender and any excess liquid has reduced.

6. Serve warm.

   
   

   Remove the thyme stems before serving.

Serving Suggestions

Serve your ginger-infused callaloo with:

• Fried or boiled dumplings

• Boiled green banana, yam or sweet potato

• Roasted breadfruit

• Rice and peas

• Saltfish, steamed fish or jerk chicken

• Scrambled eggs for a hearty breakfast

Kitchen Tip

For an even richer Jamaican-style callaloo, add flaked saltfish, diced pumpkin or a splash of coconut milk while cooking. Adjust the Caribbean Dreams Unsweetened Instant Ginger according to your preferred level of ginger flavour.

A Fresh Twist on a Jamaican Favourite

Earthy callaloo, fragrant herbs and the warming flavour of ginger come together in this simple but satisfying recipe. With Caribbean Dreams Unsweetened Instant Ginger, adding authentic ginger flavour to your everyday meals is quick, convenient and delicious.