Steamed Calaloo (Jamaican Style)

Steps

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1. 1
   Wash the calaloo thoroughly, remove the stems, and chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces.
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2. 2
   Chop the tomato, carrot, garlic, onion, pimento peppers, and bell pepper; pluck the thyme leaves from their stems.
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3. 3
   Add coconut oil (or cooking oil/butter) to a pot and sauté the aromatic vegetables (garlic, onion, carrot, pimento, and bell pepper) for about 1–2 minutes to release their flavors.
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4. 4
   Add salt, all-purpose seasoning, and black pepper, and stir well to combine.
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5. 5
   Add the chopped calaloo and tomato, and mix thoroughly. Though the pot may seem overstuffed, the heat will wilt the greens and release their natural moisture.
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6. 6
   Add butter, cover the pot, reduce heat to low, and steam for 5–7 minutes until the calaloo is completely tender.
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7. 7
   Serve immediately. The nutritious steamed calaloo is ready to enjoy.
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