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Eddo leaf calaloo cookup & fry snapper fish/Guyanese style 🇬🇾

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Eddo Leaf Calaloo Cookup & Fry Snapper Fish

Cultural Context

Eddo leaf calaloo is a beloved dish in Guyana, often enjoyed during family gatherings and special occasions. The dish showcases the rich flavors of local ingredients, particularly the unique taste of eddo leaves, which are a staple in Caribbean cooking. Traditionally served with fried fish, this meal reflects the region's culinary heritage and has evolved with modern influences, making it a favorite among locals and visitors alike.

GuyanaGYmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 pints brown rice
eddo leaves
snapper fish
2 chicken bouillon cubes
black pepper
salt
five spice
shallot pepper
fine thyme
celery
garlic
onion
coconut milk

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + cornstarch

Almond milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

snapper fish

🥗Healthier: tilapia

💰Cheaper: catfish

Tilapia and catfish are more affordable and widely available.

1

Heat oil in a large pot.

2

Add shallot pepper, celery, fine thyme, garlic, and onion to the pot and fry for about a minute.

3

Add the washed eddo leaves to the pot and stir, allowing them to steam for about 5 minutes.

4

Pour in the coconut milk and stir well.

5

Add the chicken bouillon cubes, salt, black pepper, and five spice to the pot; mix thoroughly.

6

Add the washed brown rice to the pot and stir.

7

Cover the pot and allow the mixture to cook until the rice is done, checking occasionally.

8

Once cooked, serve the calaloo cookup with fried snapper fish on top.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingfryingstewing

Equipment Needed

large potspatula

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Calaloo with SnapperEddo Leaf Stew with Fish

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