Hearty Jamaican Ital Stew with Breadfruit

Name: Hearty Jamaican Ital Stew with Breadfruit
Prep time: 2 h
Cook time: 2 h
Total time: 2 h
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Coconut oil; Onion, chopped; Garlic, minced; Ginger, grated; Breadfruit, peeled and cubed; Carrots, sliced; Pumpkin, cubed; Chickpeas, drained; Allspice powder; Thyme; Bay leaves; Salt and pepper; Vegetable broth; Coconut milk; Tomato paste

A nourishing, plant-based Caribbean feast

Dive into the rich and aromatic flavors of Jamaica with this Ital Stew, complete with creamy breadfruit. Perfect for a soul-satisfying meal.

2 h 30 min
6
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Stew Base

Coconut oil

2 tbsp

Onion, chopped

1 large

Garlic, minced

3 cloves

Ginger, grated

1 thumb-sized piece

For the Vegetables

Breadfruit, peeled and cubed

2 cups

Carrots, sliced

Pumpkin, cubed

1 cup

Chickpeas, drained

1 can (15 oz)

For the Seasoning

Allspice powder

2 tsp

Thyme

1 tsp

Bay leaves

Salt and pepper

to taste

For the Liquid

Vegetable broth

3 cups

Coconut milk

1 can (14 oz)

Tomato paste

2 tbsp

Preparation

Preparing the Stew Base

Heat Coconut Oil

Heat coconut oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Sauté Onion

Add the onion and sauté until translucent.

Cook Garlic and Ginger

Stir in the garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute.

Preparing the Vegetables

Prepare Breadfruit

Peel and cube the breadfruit.

Ensure breadfruit is fully cooked for the best texture. Pro Tip: Use fresh, ripe breadfruit for better flavor.

Prepare Carrots and Pumpkin

Slice the carrots and cube the pumpkin.

Prepare Chickpeas

Rinse and drain the chickpeas.

Cooking Process

Sauté Aromatics

Cook onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant.

Timing: Initial Sauté: 5 min. Heat: Medium heat.

Simmer Vegetables

Add breadfruit, carrots, and pumpkin, stirring to coat with spices.

Timing: Simmering: 1 h 45 min. Heat: Low heat.

Combine Liquids

Pour in broth, coconut milk, and tomato paste, bringing to a gentle boil.

Plating & Serving