We Cooked The Most Authentic OILDOWN, Grenada Style 🇬🇩

breadfruit

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: plantains

Sweet potatoes offer similar texture and flavor, while plantains are more widely available.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: pork

Turkey is leaner, and pork can be less expensive.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, while evaporated milk is more affordable.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: red chili

Jalapeños provide heat with less intensity, and red chili is often more accessible.

Prepare breadfruit by peeling and cutting into chunks.

Soak salted meat in water for at least 30 minutes to remove excess salt.

Heat a large pot over medium heat and add coconut milk.

Add the salted meat to the pot, stirring to combine.

Incorporate the chopped callaloo into the pot.

Season with turmeric, mixing well.

Add the breadfruit chunks and enough water to cover the ingredients.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover the pot.

Simmer for about 45 minutes, or until the breadfruit is tender.

Add the dumplings, cooking for an additional 10 minutes.

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

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