Trini Bites EP. 61 How To Make Callaloo! **PIGTAIL**

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + cornstarch

Almond milk reduces calories while providing creaminess.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: green chili

Jalapeño offers heat with more availability.

callaloo leaves

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: kale

Spinach is widely available and nutritious.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil adds flavor and health benefits.

Start by boiling the pigtail three times to soften it and remove most of the salt.

In a large pot, add 4 cups of water and bring it to a boil.

Once the water is hot, add the okra, pumpkin, pimento, onion, thyme, and habanero pepper.

Next, add the carrots and green seasoning to the pot.

Add the callaloo leaves last, along with the boiled pigtail, to infuse the flavor.

Cover the pot and let everything boil together for about 10 minutes.

After 10 minutes, check the pot and mix everything together, being careful not to burst the pepper.

Continue cooking for about 25 minutes until the callaloo starts to break down and the vegetables are tender.

After 35 minutes, check the consistency and taste, adjusting seasoning if necessary.

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