Best 3 Caribbean Style Vegetable Stew Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to the Caribbean with our tantalizing vegetable stew recipe. This vibrant dish captures the essence of Caribbean cuisine, blending a symphony of flavors and textures that will transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a novice in the kitchen, our detailed recipe guide will lead you through the process of creating this delightful stew, ensuring perfect results every time.

From the aromatic blend of spices to the tender, succulent vegetables, every element of this dish is carefully curated to deliver an unforgettable dining experience. Discover the secrets behind creating the perfect balance of flavors, and learn how to incorporate fresh, seasonal ingredients to elevate the stew's taste. With its vibrant colors and irresistible aroma, this Caribbean-style vegetable stew is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.

In addition to the main recipe, we also offer variations and alternative cooking methods to suit your preferences. Explore the delightful possibilities of using different vegetables, and discover how to adapt the recipe for a vegan or gluten-free diet. Whether you prefer a hearty stew simmered on the stovetop or a quick and easy version made in a slow cooker, we've got you covered.

Get ready to indulge in a flavorful adventure with our Caribbean-style vegetable stew recipe. Gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and let's embark on a culinary journey to the Caribbean!

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

CARIBBEAN VEGETABLE STEW



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Provided by Food Network

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups chopped onions
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 cups chopped cabbage
1 fresh chile, minced (seeded for a milder "hot"), or 1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger root
2 cups water
3 cups diced sweet potatoes, cut into 1/2inch cubes
Salt to taste
2 cups undrained chopped fresh or canned tomatoes
2 cups fresh or frozen sliced okra
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Chopped peanuts
Sprigs of cilantro (optional)

Steps:

  • In a nonreactive soup pot, saute the onions in the oil on medium heat for 4 or 5 minutes. Add the cabbage and the chile or cayenne and continue to saute, stirring often, until the onions are translucent, about 8 minutes.
  • Add the grated ginger and the water, cover the pot, and bring to a boil. Stir in the sweet potatoes, sprinkle with salt, and simmer for 5 or 6 minutes, until the potatoes are barely tender. Add the tomatoes, okra, and lime juice. Simmer until all of the vegetables are tender, about 15 minutes. Stir in the cilantro and add more salt to taste.
  • Sprinkle the stew with chopped peanuts. Top with a few sprigs of cilantro, if you like.
  • Serve the stew on rice or with a fresh crusty bread

CARIBBEAN VEGETABLE STEW



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Make and share this Caribbean Vegetable Stew recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Stew

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups chopped onions
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 cups chopped cabbage
1 fresh chili peppers, minced or 1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
2 cups water
3 cups diced sweet potatoes (3/4 inch cubes)
salt
2 cups chopped fresh tomatoes
2 cups sliced okra, fresh or frozen
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
chopped peanuts

Steps:

  • In a stock pot or soup pot, heat oil over medium heat; saute onions for 4-5 minutes.
  • Add the cabbage and chile or cayenne; saute, stirring often, for about 8 minutes or until the onion is transparent.
  • Add the grated ginger and water; cover, and bring to a boil.
  • Uncover and add the sweet potatoes and salt to taste; simmer for 5-6 minutes or until the potatoes are barely tender.
  • Add the tomatoes, okra, and lime juice.
  • Continue to simmer for about 15 minutes or until all the vegetables are tender.
  • Add in the cilantro and more salt if needed; stir to combine.
  • Ladle soup into individual bowls; sprinkle with chopped peanuts and enjoy.

JIM HARRISON'S CARIBBEAN STEW



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Jim Harrison, the poet and epicure, hunter and fisherman, novelist, essayist and enthusiastic cook, published a version of this recipe in the literary magazine Smoke Signals in 1981. I adapted it more than three decades later, after Harrison's death in 2016. The key ingredients: a lot of tomato paste and a good, floral hot sauce, ideally made with Scotch bonnet peppers, which combine in marvelous ways. Parboiling the ribs allows the recipe to come together relatively quickly, and the cooking otherwise is totally serial: one step after another until you slide the pot into the oven and allow the heat to do its work. Substitute different meats, or fewer, if you like, depending on availability.

Provided by Sam Sifton

Categories     soups and stews, main course

Time 2h

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 1/2 pounds pork spareribs, cut into single ribs
2 tablespoons neutral oil, like canola or grapeseed
4 chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
4 Italian sausages, hot or sweet
1 large yellow onion, peeled and sliced
4 cloves of garlic, peeled and minced
1/4 cup tomato paste
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon red-wine vinegar
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon lemon juice
3 tablespoons hot-pepper sauce, ideally one made with Scotch bonnet peppers, or to taste
1 cup chicken stock, homemade or low-sodium
1/2 teaspoon white sugar
4 dashes Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons chile powder
1 1/2 teaspoons paprika

Steps:

  • Place spareribs in a pot, and cover with water. Place pot over high heat, and bring to a boil. Lower heat slightly, and cook, covered, for 15 or 20 minutes, then remove ribs to a large bowl and discard the water.
  • While the ribs cook, pour the oil into a Dutch oven set over high heat, and swirl it around. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper, and when the oil begins to shimmer and is about to smoke, add them to the pan, skin-side down. Brown the chicken aggressively, about 5 to 7 minutes per side, then add the chicken to the bowl with the ribs. Repeat with the sausages, browning them on all sides for approximately 5 to 7 minutes, then add to the bowl with the chicken and the ribs. Cook the onions and garlic in the fat remaining in the Dutch oven, stirring occasionally until they soften and begin to brown, approximately 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Heat oven to 300. Add the tomato paste, vinegar, lemon juice, hot-pepper sauce, chicken stock, sugar, Worcestershire sauce, chile powder and paprika to the onions and garlic in the Dutch oven, then stir to combine, and allow to cook for 1 to 2 minutes. Add the meats to the Dutch oven, stirring and tossing them so that they are well covered with the sauce, then cover the pot, and place in the oven to cook, undisturbed, for approximately 90 minutes, or until the meats are tender and, in the case of the chicken and the ribs, pulling from the bone.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 882, UnsaturatedFat 43 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 72 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 47 grams, SaturatedFat 22 grams, Sodium 894 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients prepped and measured. This will help the cooking process go smoothly and quickly.
  • Choose fresh, ripe vegetables: The quality of your vegetables will greatly impact the flavor of your stew. Choose vegetables that are fresh, ripe, and in season.
  • Don't overcrowd the pot: When cooking the vegetables, don't overcrowd the pot. This will prevent them from cooking evenly and becoming mushy.
  • Cook the vegetables in stages: Some vegetables take longer to cook than others. Cook the harder vegetables, such as carrots and potatoes, first. Then, add the softer vegetables, such as tomatoes and zucchini, later.
  • Season the stew to taste: Once the stew is cooked, season it to taste with salt, pepper, and other spices. You can also add a squeeze of lime juice or a dollop of sour cream for extra flavor.

Conclusion:

This Caribbean-style vegetable stew is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make dish. It's perfect for a weeknight meal or a casual gathering. The stew is also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. So next time you have a bunch of vegetables that need to be used up, give this stew a try. You won't be disappointed!

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