Jamaican Steamed Cabbage
If you've got cabbage, carrots and plum tomatoes, you're most of the way to this Jamaican side: about 45 minutes of cooking across 3 steps. Below: the ingredients split into pantry staples and a quick shopping list, a built-in serving scaler, and the method in 3 steps.
You'll mainly reach for pan. At easy difficulty across 3 steps, it's a good one for a busy evening. As written, it's meat-free.
What you'll need
Shopping list (4)
Pantry staples (you likely have these)
Diet: vegetarian — no meat or fish, based on every ingredient listed below.
Contains: Dairy
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How to make it
- Add all the ingredients to a large pan over medium heat and cover with a lid.
- Cook on medium heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- After 10 minutes, reduce the heat to low and continue to cook for an additional 5 minutes, until the cabbage is soft and tender. Remove from the heat and remove the stalks of thyme before serving.
You'll use: Pan
Watch how it's made
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Ingredient substitutions
- Butter
- olive oil (¾ the amount) · coconut oil · margarine
What to serve with Jamaican Steamed Cabbage
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Tips & common questions
How long does Jamaican Steamed Cabbage take to make?
About 45 minutes from start to finish — an estimate based on the 3 steps and 13 ingredients. Times vary with your kitchen and how much prep you do ahead.
What can I use instead of butter?
Try olive oil (¾ the amount). See the substitutions section above for more swaps.
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.
Is Jamaican Steamed Cabbage vegetarian?
Its ingredients contain no meat, fish or shellfish, so it is suitable for vegetarians. Check any cheese for animal rennet if that matters to you.
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