Steamed Cabbage

Savor every bite of this crunchy, filling, and flavorful Jamaican-style Steamed Cabbage. Made with cabbage, carrots, bell peppers, and traditional Caribbean seasonings, this dish serves as a tasty side dish.

📝 Ingredients

• 3 tbsp of butter
• 1 onion (sliced)
• 2 garlic cloves (crushed)
• 1 small white cabbage or half of a large white cabbage
• 3 carrots (sliced)
• 1 red bell pepper (sliced)
• 1 scotch bonnet (optional)
• 1.5 tsp of all purpose seasoning
• 1 tbsp of thyme or 3 thyme sprigs
• Salt to taste
• Black pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp of water
• A splash of olive oil

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Heat oil and butter in a pan over medium heat until melted. Add onions, garlic, and thyme. Stir and cook for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
2. 2Toss in cabbage, carrots, bell pepper, scotch bonnet (optional), and the seasonings. Stir well to coat.
3. 3Cook down and continue stirring on medium heat for 10 minutes, allowing the veggies to soften slightly and absorb flavor.
4. 4Add water, stir, and cover. Steam on low heat for another 10 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still vibrant.
5. 5Serve this delicious steamed cabbage as a side with saltfish or jerk chicken.