Corned Beef and Cabbage – Jamaican Style
Authentic Jamaican Corned Beef and Cabbage – Jamaican Style — a delicious beef dish with 11 ingredients. Follow our detailed step-by-step instructions for the perfect result.
15
Prep Time (min)
30
Cook Time (min)
4
servings
500
Calories/serving
Hard
Difficulty
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1 Cabbage
- 1 chopped Green Pepper
- 1 chopped Onion
- 2 cloves minced Garlic
- 12 ounces Corned Beef
- 2 chopped Plum Tomatoes
- 2 sprigs Thyme
- 1 tablespoon Tomato Ketchup
- To taste Salt
- To taste Pepper
Instructions
5 steps · ~34 minutes total
Step 1
Heat olive oil in a skillet or Dutch pot over medium-high heat. Add onion and green pepper and sauté for about 3-5 minutes.
8 minutesMake sure your pan is hot before adding oil — this prevents sticking.Step 2
Add garlic and stir for about 1 minute.
8 minutesBe careful not to burn garlic — it turns bitter quickly. Add it after other aromatics.Step 3
Add shredded cabbage and stir. Cook for about about 3-5 minutes, stirring often until softened.
8 minutesStep 4
Add corned beef, Roma tomatoes, and thyme and stir. Add ketchup and scotch bonnet pepper sauce and stir. Reduce heat and cook on medium for about 3-5 minutes, until the corned beef is heated through. Remove from heat.
8 minutesTaste as you go and adjust seasoning gradually — you can always add more but can't take it away.Step 5
Serve with white rice, bread, or on its own.
2 minutesWarm your serving plates in the oven briefly for a restaurant-quality touch.
💡 Tips & Tricks
🔄 Variations
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
Up to 3 days in an airtight container
Freezer
Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge
Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.
What to Serve With
Complete your jamaican meal with these perfect pairings:
About This Dish
Corned Beef and Cabbage – Jamaican Style is a beloved dish from Jamaican cuisine, originating in Jamaica. With a total preparation time of about 45 minutes, it makes for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Jamaican cuisine is a vibrant fusion of flavors from Africa, Europe, and Asia. Known for its bold seasonings, jerk-style cooking, and tropical ingredients.
This recipe is rated hard difficulty and uses 11 ingredients. Experienced cooks will appreciate the technique involved.
Frequently Asked Questions
For authentic Jamaican-style corned beef and cabbage, it's best to use canned corned beef, typically found in supermarkets. Look for high-quality brands that offer a rich flavor.
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Nutrition Facts
4 serving(s) per recipe
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.
