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Callaloo and Smoked Sausage
Callaloo and Smoked Sausage
Callaloo is a popular Caribbean dish made with leafy green callaloo leaves, sautéed with onions, garlic, tomatoes, and sometimes coconut milk. It’s a flavorful and nutritious dish often served as a side or with rice.
Smoked sausage is a type of sausage that has been cured and smoked, giving it a distinctive smoky flavor. It’s often used in a variety of dishes to add richness and depth of flavor. When combined with callaloo, the smoky sausage can complement the earthy greens and create a delicious and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 pound smoked sausage sliced
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil
- 1 onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 bunches callaloo leaves washed and chopped (substitute with spinach or collard greens if callaloo is not available)
- 1 can diced tomatoes or fresh
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup coconut milk for added creaminess, optional
Instructions
- In a large skillet or pot, heat the cooking oil over medium heat. Add the sliced smoked sausage and cook until browned and slightly crispy. Remove the sausage from the pan and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onions are translucent and fragrant.
- Add the chopped callaloo leaves to the skillet and stir well to combine with the onions and garlic. Cook until the callaloo wilts and reduces in volume.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes and cooked smoked sausage. If using coconut milk, add it at this stage for extra creaminess.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Allow the flavors to meld together by simmering the mixture for 5-10 minutes.
- Serve the Callaloo and Smoked Sausage hot as a main dish or with steamed rice on the side. Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 530kcal (27%)Carbohydrates: 17g (6%)Protein: 20g (40%)Fat: 44g (68%)Saturated Fat: 16g (100%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 19gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 81mg (27%)Sodium: 1111mg (48%)Potassium: 1467mg (42%)Fiber: 5g (21%)Sugar: 4g (4%)Vitamin A: 16062IU (321%)Vitamin C: 60mg (73%)Calcium: 224mg (22%)Iron: 8mg (44%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
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