Description

Bring true island culinary tradition into your home with Dunn’s River Jamaican Callaloo in Salted Water (Product of Jamaica – 540g). Packed under the iconic Dunn’s River brand—celebrated for authentic Caribbean ingredients—this pantry staple delivers the distinctive earthy taste of Jamaican callaloo (Amaranthus viridis), distinct from Trinidadian dasheen bush. Pre-cooked and preserved in light brine to maintain its vibrant green color and tender bite, it cuts down on kitchen preparation while serving as a nutritious, nutrient-dense base for sautéed vegetable medleys, breakfast platters, and comforting soups.

Flavor Profile & Culinary Experience

• Aroma: Deeply earthy, vegetal, and savory with clean cooked leafy green undertones.

• Texture: Tender, silky, and finely chopped; offers a pleasant leafy bite without turning stringy or mushy.

• Taste: Earthy, robust, and mildly bitter-sweet (resembling hearty spinach or Swiss chard), complemented by a light touch of salt brine.

Cooking & Recipe Suggestions

• Classic Steamed Callaloo & Saltfish: Sauté drained callaloo in coconut or vegetable oil with flaked salted cod, diced tomatoes, onions, garlic, thyme, black pepper, and sliced Scotch bonnet pepper. Serve with boiled green bananas, fried dumplings, and roasted breadfruit.

• Vegetarian Island Sauté: Fry with sweet bell peppers, sweetcorn, spring onions, and garlic for a colorful, plant-based side dish.

• Caribbean Callaloo Soup: Simmer into rich pumpkin, split pea, or coconut milk broths alongside root vegetables and dumplings.

• Bakes & Omelettes: Drain thoroughly and fold into breakfast eggs, quiches, savory fritters, or warm roti wraps.

Key Features & Product Details

• Authentic Jamaican Produce: Proudly grown and packed in Jamaica for true culinary authenticity

• Generous Can Size: 540g e net weight providing ample yield for family-style cooking

• Convenient Pantry Shortcut: Pre-chopped and pre-cooked; simply drain, rinse lightly if desired, and heat

• Nutritional Highlights: Naturally rich in dietary fiber, iron, vitamins, and minerals; virtually fat-free

• Dietary Information: 100% Vegan, Vegetarian, and naturally Gluten-Free

• Storage Instructions: Store in a cool, dry place. Once opened, transfer unused callaloo and brine into an airtight, non-metallic container, refrigerate, and consume within 2 days.