Jamaican · Side · Easy
Jamaican Steamed Cabbage
- Total
- 30 min
- Prep
- 15 min
- Serves
- 6
- Calories
- 105
Cabbage and carrots steam with tomato, thyme and a little Scotch bonnet until tender with a slight bite. Butter rounds out the peppery vegetable juices.
A covered pan traps the vegetables’ own moisture in Jamaican Steamed Cabbage, so only a splash of water is needed. The tomato softens into the juices while thin carrot slices stay distinct among the ribbons of cabbage.
Shred the cabbage evenly and choose a wide pan with a close-fitting lid. Stir from the bottom during cooking so the garlic and onions soften without catching before the cabbage releases its water.
Method
Place the cabbage, carrots, plum tomato, onion, garlic and green onions in a wide pan. Add the thyme, Scotch bonnet, water, olive oil, butter, salt and black pepper.
Cover and cook over medium heat for , stirring from the bottom twice, until the cabbage begins to wilt and release its juices.
Reduce the heat to low and cook covered for until the carrots are tender and the cabbage retains a slight bite. Remove the thyme stems and toss through the buttery juices.
Forkue tips
- Slice the carrots thinly enough to bend; thick coins stay hard after the cabbage is ready.
Storing and reheating
Refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium-low heat, uncovered, so excess vegetable liquid evaporates instead of making the cabbage watery.
Kitchen gear
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Jamaican Steamed Cabbage: FAQ
Can I make it without butter?
Yes. Use another tablespoon of olive oil in its place for a dairy-free version with a lighter finish.
Why is there so much liquid in my pan?
Cabbage releases water as it softens. Uncover near the end and let the excess evaporate gently, keeping some juices to coat the vegetables.
How do I store and reheat Jamaican Steamed Cabbage?
Refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium-low heat, uncovered, so excess vegetable liquid evaporates instead of making the cabbage watery.
How long does Jamaican Steamed Cabbage take?
About 30 min in total: 15 min prep and 15 min cooking.
What do I need to make Jamaican Steamed Cabbage?
The key ingredients are cabbage, carrots, plum tomato, onion, garlic and green onions, plus pantry basics.
Any tips for Jamaican Steamed Cabbage?
Slice the carrots thinly enough to bend; thick coins stay hard after the cabbage is ready.
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