How to Make Caribbean Callaloo and Crab - A Step-by-Step Guide

Caribbean cuisine is known for its vibrant and bold flavors, and one dish that truly exemplifies this is Caribbean Callaloo and Crab. This dish is a rich and hearty stew that features the tender and succulent flavors of crab paired with the unique taste of callaloo, a leafy green commonly found in the Caribbean. The combination of these ingredients creates a dish that is both satisfying and full of robust flavors.

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Ingredients

  • 18 taro leaves
  • 12 pods okra, finely chopped
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 4 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 6 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 4 ounces salted pig's tail (Optional)
  • ½ cup peeled, cubed pumpkin
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 habanero pepper
  • 3 cups coconut milk
  • 4 blue crabs, cleaned and chopped
  • salt to taste
  • 4 green onions, chopped

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Clean taro leaves by removing skin from stalks and tip from center rib. Rinse and cut into bite-sized pieces.
  • Place taro leaves, okra, onion, thyme, garlic, salted pig's tail, pumpkin, water, habanero pepper, and coconut milk into a large pot. Cover and simmer over low heat for 30 minutes.
  • Add crab to the pot, being careful not to puncture habanero pepper. Cover and continue to simmer for 30 minutes. Remove habanero; season with salt.
  • Purée soup using an immersion blender until smooth. You could also purée in small batches using a blender.
  • Serve over rice; garnish with green onions.
  • Nutrition

    260 cal.

    • Total Fat: 23g
    • Saturated Fat: 18g
    • Cholesterol: 22mg
    • Sodium: 47mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 9g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 8g
    • Vitamin C: 21mg
    • Calcium: 81mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 548mg