Callaloo

7 ingredients
7 steps

Ingredients

  • 3 ounces salt pork, cut into 3 pieces
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon annatto powder
  • 1 large Spanish onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 pounds callaloo, thick stems trimmed, or spinach
  • Salt and freshly ground pepper

Directions

  1. 1
    In a large soup pot, cook the pork over moderate heat, turning frequently, until it begins to brown and some of the fat is rendered, about 5 minutes.
  2. 2
    Add the butter and annatto and cook, stirring, until the butter is melted.
  3. 3
    Stir in the onion, cover and cook over low heat until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. 4
    Add the water and bring to a boil.
  5. 5
    Add half of the callaloo, cover and cook until just barely wilted.
  6. 6
    Add the remaining callaloo, cover and cook until fully wilted, about 5 minutes longer.
  7. 7
    Discard the salt pork, season with salt and pepper and serve.

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