Stuffed Breadfruit With Callaloo And Crab

Stuffed Breadfruit with Callaloo and Crab is a traditional dish from Saint Helena, a remote island in the South Atlantic Ocean. This flavorful and hearty meal is perfect for a special occasion or a family gathering.

Stuffed Breadfruit With Callaloo And Crab

Ingredients

  • 1 large breadfruit
  • 1 lb fresh callaloo leaves, chopped
  • 1 lb fresh crab meat
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tomato, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cut the top off the breadfruit and scoop out the core and seeds, creating a hollow cavity.
  3. In a large bowl, mix the callaloo, crab meat, onion, garlic, tomato, bell pepper, and coconut milk. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Stuff the breadfruit with the callaloo and crab mixture, then place it in a baking dish.
  5. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 1 hour, or until the breadfruit is tender.
  6. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes to brown the top.
  7. Slice and serve the stuffed breadfruit with callaloo and crab.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
30g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Baking dish Foil

Tools

Knife Cutting board Bowl

Serving suggestions

Serve the stuffed breadfruit with a side of rice and a fresh green salad.

Tips & tricks

For a vegetarian version, you can substitute the crab with diced vegetables or tofu.

Cost

$20