Pumpkin rice is such a popular Jamaican, it has carved out its own identity among the ‘seasoned rice’ set. To churn out a good batch of pumpkin rice is to end up with something akin to a nice risotto. A good version of this rich creamy flavor filled rice dish requires only a ‘dry’ pumpkin and …
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Side dish or entrée, Steamed Callaloo is a tasty, versatile green that is enjoyed in countless Jamaican homes all day everyday. Jamaican callaloo aka Amaranth (Not to be confused with Trinidadian callaloo (dasheen leaves) is a nutrition packed powerhouse that is heavily featured in Jamaican cuisine. Loaded with calcium, protein and other essential nutrients callaloo is especially prominent …
Never mind that steamed cabbage is packed full of essential nutrients like calcium and vitamin C or that it only has 11 itty bitty calories. Before you add butter and salt and such. Obviously. Even then, a helping of steamed cabbage is a flavor-filled nutrition powerhouse. Stir in Caribbean favorites like salt fish or canned …