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Trinidadian Coconut Callaloo Lamb Stew

Name: Trinidadian Coconut Callaloo Lamb Stew
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Trinidadian
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs halal lamb shoulder, cubed; 3 tbsp Trinidad green seasoning; 2 tbsp coconut oil; 4 cups chopped callaloo spinach leaves; 1 cup coconut milk; 0.5 tsp scotch bonnet pepper, seeded and minced; 1 cup okra, sliced; 3 cloves garlic, minced

Tender halal lamb chunks simmered with green seasoning, fresh callaloo leaves, sliced okra, and creamy coconut milk.

Prep: 20 min
Cook: 50 min
Total: 70 min

Technique to learn

Herb Marinade Infusion

Coating proteins in a ground herb paste of garlic, culantro, and green onions to penetrate deep before searing.

Instructions

Step 1: Marinate cubed lamb in Trinidad green seasoning, minced garlic, and salt for 15 minutes.
Step 2: Heat coconut oil in a heavy Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
Step 3: Brown marinated lamb in batches for 6 to 8 minutes until seared on all sides, then transfer to a plate.

Step 4: Add sliced okra, minced scotch bonnet pepper, and callaloo spinach to the pot, sauteing for 3 minutes until wilted.

Step 5: Return cooked lamb to the pot and pour in coconut milk along with 1 cup of water, bringing the liquid to a boil.

Step 6: Reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer for 40 minutes until lamb is tender and greens melt into a thick stew.

Cooking tips

Keep the scotch bonnet pepper whole while simmering if a milder spice level is preferred.
Serve alongside hot steamed rice or warm flatbread to soak up the rich coconut gravy.
Original home-cooking adaptation inspired by Trinidadian; regional versions vary.
Use halal-certified meat, poultry, stock, sauces, cheese and other processed ingredients. Check labels and avoid cross-contamination. Recipe screening is not halal certification.

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