Poi Bhaji (Callaloo) - Guyanese Style

Ready in

30 mins

Cuisine

Guyanese · Caribbean

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

15 min

Serving

2-4 People

Difficulty

Easy

Calories / Serving

~180 kcal
Recipe by Real Nice Guyana on YouTube
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Step-by-Step Instructions

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  1. Gather and Prepare Ingredients

    The video introduces the ingredients: Poi Bhaji (also known as Callaloo), garlic paste, shallots (green onions), wiri-wiri pepper, salt, and onion.

  2. Wash and Cut the Poi Bhaji

    Wash the Poi Bhaji thoroughly under running water, removing any tough stems. If the stems are soft and young, they can be used. Cut the washed bhaji into small pieces.

  3. Chop Other Seasonings

    Chop half an onion, four stems of shallots, and one wiri-wiri pepper.

  4. Heat Oil and Sauté Aromatics

    Heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil in a karahi (or pot) on medium heat. Add the chopped onion, shallots, wiri-wiri pepper, and 1 tablespoon of crushed garlic. for about until fragrant and slightly softened.

  5. Add Poi Bhaji and Salt

    Add the chopped Poi Bhaji to the pot. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of salt over the bhaji. Stir well to combine all ingredients.

  6. Cook Covered (First Phase)

    Cover the pot and let the bhaji cook for about . The bhaji will shrink significantly as it cooks.

  7. Stir and Continue Cooking

    After , uncover and stir the bhaji. It will have released some liquid and in volume. Cover again and cook for another .

  8. Final Check and Serve

    Uncover the pot. The bhaji should be fully cooked and tender. Taste and adjust salt if necessary. Serve hot.

Before You Cook

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  • No Garlic (fresh)?

    • 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
    • 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)

  • No Shallot?

    • 1 small onion + 1 small garlic clove
    • Sweet onion (1:1, milder)

  • No Onion?

    • 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
    • 3 tbsp dried minced onion
    • Shallots or leeks (1:1)

Variations

Simple ways to adapt this recipe.

  • Add cooked or raw shrimp for a nonDietary option

    Vegetarian option.

  • Serve with rice and dal

    Roti, or as a side with other main dishes.

Helpful Tips

Small details that can improve the final result.

  • Flavour tipBe Careful with Salt

    As bhaji shrinks significantly during cooking. Start with less and adjust to taste.

  • TipIf Adding Shrimp

    Cook the shrimp separately until water is burned out, then add it with the sautéed seasonings before adding the bhaji.

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