Jamaican Callaloo with Garlic and Peppers
Jamaican callaloo is a simple greens dish cooked with onion, garlic, scallions, thyme, peppers, and optional tomato or coconut. Charlie’s Way keeps it mineral-rich and flavorful without heavy oil, sugar, or processed seasonings.
Key Ingredients
- Callaloo
- spinach
- Swiss chard
- or collard greens; olive oil or avocado oil; onion; garlic; scallions; optional tomato; bell pepper; optional Scotch bonnet or chili; thyme; black pepper; salt; optional coconut milk; optional lime
Why This Works
Rich in dietary fiber, prebiotics, and gut-soothing compounds, this recipe supports smooth digestion and a thriving microbiome — the foundation of immunity, mood, and nutrient absorption.
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Charlie's Philosophy
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