Caribbean Callaloo with Salted Cod and Coconut Milk

Name: Caribbean Callaloo with Salted Cod and Coconut Milk
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 8 oz salted cod; Water; 1 lb fresh callaloo leaves (or spinach); 1 medium onion; 2 garlic cloves; 1 scotch bonnet pepper; 1 tin coconut milk; 1 tsp thyme leaves; 1 tsp ground allspice; 1 tbsp vegetable oil; Salt and black pepper; 2 scallions; Fresh cilantro leaves

A comforting blend of Caribbean flavors

Dive into a traditional Caribbean dish that combines the earthy notes of callaloo with the rich taste of salted cod and creamy coconut milk for a deliciously unique experience.

1 h 45 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Salted Cod

8 oz salted cod

Water

for soaking

For the Callaloo Mixture

1 lb fresh callaloo leaves (or spinach)

chopped

1 medium onion

finely chopped

2 garlic cloves

minced

1 scotch bonnet pepper

deseeded and finely chopped

1 tin coconut milk

(about 14 oz)

For the Seasoning

1 tsp thyme leaves

1 tsp ground allspice

1 tbsp vegetable oil

Salt and black pepper

to taste

For the Garnish

2 scallions

thinly sliced

Fresh cilantro leaves

Preparation

Preparing the Salted Cod

Rinse the Cod

Rinse the salted cod under cold water.

Rinse the salted cod thoroughly to remove excess salt without losing its unique flavor.

Soak the Cod

Place the cod in a bowl and cover with fresh water.

Change Water

Let soak for 1 hour, changing the water halfway through.

Preparing the Callaloo

Heat the Oil

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Sauté Aromatics

Add onions, garlic, and scotch bonnet pepper; sauté until onions are translucent.

Do not allow the scotch bonnet pepper to touch your skin; it can cause irritation.

Wilt the Leaves

Stir in chopped callaloo leaves until slightly wilted.

For a richer flavor, gently shake the coconut milk can before opening to evenly distribute its contents.

Cooking Process

Simmering the Cod

Bring a pot of water to a boil, add soaked cod, reduce heat, and simmer for 15 minutes.

Combining Ingredients

Flake the cod into the callaloo mixture, pour in coconut milk, and season with thyme, allspice, salt, and pepper.

Final Touch

Cook on low heat until the callaloo is fully tender and the flavors are married, about 20 minutes.

Plating & Serving