Callaloo Stew

Ingredients for Callaloo Stew

• 60ml sunflower oil or canola oil

• 240ml chopped spring onions

• 2 garlic cloves, chopped

• 1 large fresh thyme sprig

• 1/2 Scotch bonnet chilli or habanero chilli, seeded, minced

• 950ml low-salt chicken broth

• 475ml 3/4-inch cubes seeded peeled sugar pumpkin or butternut squash (about 350g )

• 230g smoked ham, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 350ml )

• 350ml 1/2-inch-thick rounds trimmed okra

• 450g fresh callaloo or 275g spinach, stalks trimmed and discarded, leaves chopped

How to make Callaloo Stew

Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Add spring onions, garlic, thyme, and chilli. Sauté until soft, about 2 minutes. Add broth, pumpkin, ham, and okra. Bring to boil; reduce heat to medium and simmer until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes. Add callaloo; cook until wilted and leaves are tender, stirring frequently, about 3 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Disclaimer

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