Steamed Cabbage

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. 1

   Heat 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. 2

   Toss in cabbage, carrots, bell pepper, scotch bonnet (optional), and the seasonings. Stir well to coat.

3. 3

   Cook down and continue stirring on medium heat for 10 minutes, allowing the veggies to soften slightly and absorb flavor.

4. 4

   Add water, stir, and cover. Steam on low heat for another 10 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still vibrant.

5. 5

   Serve this delicious steamed cabbage as a side with saltfish or jerk chicken.