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Grenada Oil Down

Cultural Context

Originating from Grenada, Oil Down is a beloved national dish that reflects the island's agricultural bounty and cultural heritage. Traditionally cooked in one pot, this hearty meal combines breadfruit, coconut milk, and various proteins, symbolizing the communal spirit of Grenadian gatherings. Today, it is enjoyed not only in Grenada but also throughout the Caribbean, with variations adapting to local ingredients and tastes.

CaribbeanGDmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups breadfruit
1 cup eddoes
1 cup tania
1 cup cassava
1 cup okra
1 cup pumpkin
1 cup sweet potato
1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
1 lb chicken
1 lb pig tail
2 cups baby spinach
1 medium onion
3 cloves garlic
1 habanero pepper
2 tablespoons thyme
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 tablespoon vegetable base
1 tablespoon chicken base
1/4 cup fresh herbs
1/4 cup golden ray margarine
1/2 cup corn meal
1/2 cup flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon oregano

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

breadfruit

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: potatoes

Sweet potatoes provide a similar texture and flavor.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: coconut cream diluted with water

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

saltfish

🥗Healthier: grilled fish

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Grilled fish offers a healthier protein option.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: pork

Tofu provides a plant-based protein alternative.

1

Prepare breadfruit and other provisions by peeling and cutting into chunks.

2

Soak pig tail if necessary to remove excess salt.

3

Heat golden ray margarine in a large pot over medium heat.

4

Add onion, garlic, habanero, and thyme; sauté until fragrant.

5

Add chicken pieces and cook until browned.

6

Stir in the soaked pig tail and cook for another few minutes.

7

Pour in coconut milk and enough water to cover the ingredients.

8

Add all the chopped provisions including breadfruit, eddoes, cassava, okra, pumpkin, and sweet potato.

9

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until all ingredients are tender.

10

Adjust seasoning with salt and fresh herbs before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingboilingsteaming

Equipment Needed

large potknifecutting boardspatula

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Oil DownGrenadian Oil Down

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