How to make Callaloo and Ackee meal at home

ackee

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned pumpkin

Tofu provides protein while canned pumpkin is more affordable and adds creaminess.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is less expensive and works well for sautéing.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: red chili pepper

Jalapeño offers heat with less intensity, while red chili pepper is more accessible.

black pepper

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water

Homemade broth is healthier, but water is a cost-saving alternative.

Clean the callaloo by removing large chunky stems.

Chop the tomato.

Chop the sweet pepper.

Chop the onion.

Chop the scallion.

Chop the okra.

Add thyme to the chopped vegetables.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Dietary