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jamaican steamed cabbage

The BEST Jamaican Steamed Cabbage | Simple & Flavorful

Jerk Tavern
Jamaican Steamed Cabbage is a Caribbean favorite. It's popular for its taste, nutrition, and simplicity. It’s a versatile dish. It pairs well with other Jamaican recipes, like fried dumplings, rice and peas, or steamed fish. This recipe brings authentic Caribbean flavors to your table. It's perfect for a quick side dish or a healthy main course.
5 from 15 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Breakfast, lunch, Main Course
Cuisine Caribbean, Jamaican
Servings 4
Calories 449 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 medium cabbage (shredded)
  • 1 medium onion (sliced)
  • 1 bag frozen mixed vegetable
  • 1 bell pepper (sliced; use red, green, or yellow for a pop of color)
  • 2 stalks scallion (chopped)
  • 1 whole tomato (diced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 sprig thyme
  • 5 pimento berries
  • 1 Scotch bonnet pepper (optional, for heat; use whole for milder spice or sliced for intense heat)
  • 2-3 tbsp cooking oil
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 3 tsp butter
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp all-purpose seasoning (optional, for added flavor)
  • Salt to taste

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the vegetables: Wash and shred the cabbage. Slice the onion, carrot, and bell pepper, and chop the scallion and garlic.
  • Heat the oil: In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat.
  • Sauté aromatics: Add the onion, bell peppers, garlic, scallion, and thyme. Sauté until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  • Add vegetables: Stir in the cabbage, mixed vegetable and butter. Mix well to combine.
  • Season and steam: Sprinkle in black pepper, salt, and all-purpose seasoning. Add water , cover the pan, and reduce the heat to low.
  • Cook gently. Steam for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally. The cabbage should be tender but not mushy.
  • Adjust seasoning: Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Remove the Scotch bonnet pepper before serving.
  • Serve: Transfer to a serving dish and enjoy warm with your favorite Jamaican sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 4gCalories: 449kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 3gFat: 41gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gMonounsaturated Fat: 21gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 32mgSodium: 111mgPotassium: 504mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 4257IUVitamin C: 178mgCalcium: 64mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Caribbean steamed cabbage, How to make steamed cabbage, Jamaican steamed cabbage, steamed cabbage
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