Corned Beef and Cabbage – Jamaican Style
Cabbage, corned beef and plum tomatoes come together in this Jamaican beef — 55 minutes, 5 steps, and the kind of result worth repeating. You'll find the full ingredient list (with a scaler to change the servings), 5 steps of method, substitutions, and ideas for what to serve alongside.
You'll mainly reach for frying pan / skillet and large pot. At medium difficulty across 5 steps, it's manageable with a little attention.
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Diet: contains meat, based on every ingredient listed below.
Contains: none of the major allergens we track from the ingredients listed.
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How to make it
- Heat olive oil in a skillet or Dutch pot over medium-high heat. Add onion and green pepper and sauté for about 3-5 minutes.
- Add garlic and stir for about 1 minute.
- Add shredded cabbage and stir. Cook for about about 3-5 minutes, stirring often until softened.
- Add corned beef, Roma tomatoes, and thyme and stir. Add ketchup and scotch bonnet pepper sauce and stir. Reduce heat and cook on medium for about 3-5 minutes, until the corned beef is heated through. Remove from heat.
- Serve with white rice, bread, or on its own.
You'll use: Frying pan / skillet · Large pot
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What to serve with Corned Beef and Cabbage – Jamaican Style
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Tips & common questions
How long does Corned Beef and Cabbage – Jamaican Style take to make?
About 55 minutes from start to finish — an estimate based on the 5 steps and 11 ingredients. Times vary with your kitchen and how much prep you do ahead.
Can I scale this recipe up or down?
Yes — use the servings control above the ingredients and every quantity rescales automatically (fractions included). Cooking times stay roughly the same; very large batches may need a little longer.
How should I store leftovers?
Cool leftovers quickly, refrigerate in an airtight container, and eat within 3 days. Reheat until piping hot throughout.
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