Caribbean Cabbage Side (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Base

01 - 1 small onion, cut into strips
02 - 3-4 sprigs of thyme, bundled together
03 - 3 garlic cloves, coarsely minced
04 - 2 tablespoons coconut oil

→ Vegetables

05 - ½ a large white cabbage, shredded finely
06 - 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
07 - 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
08 - 1 medium carrot, julienned
09 - ½ scotch bonnet pepper, minced finely (or use ¼ teaspoon chili powder instead)

→ Seasonings

10 - A pinch of pink salt to your taste
11 - 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
12 - 1 tablespoon plant-based butter
13 - ¼ cup water
14 - 1 teaspoon of mixed seasoning blend

# Instructions:

01 - Heat the coconut oil on medium. Add the garlic, onion slices, and thyme. Stir occasionally until everything softens.
02 - Lower the heat, toss in the water, put a lid on the pan, and let it steam gently for 10-15 minutes. For crunchier cabbage, stop at 10 minutes.
03 - Throw in the shredded cabbage, bell peppers, carrots, and minced scotch bonnet. Stir and toss continuously for about 5 minutes until the cabbage starts to wilt.
04 - Take the lid off. Sprinkle the seasoning blend, add the black pepper, salt, and stir in the butter. Mix everything thoroughly.
05 - Serve it hot on a plate. For a bit of flair, you can garnish with a thyme sprig if you’d like.

# Notes:

01 - Pick a firm cabbage—skip ones like savory or bok choy.
02 - Eat it as soon as you make it for the freshest taste.
03 - Freeze leftovers in airtight containers that are freezer-safe.