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Oil Down — traditional dish from Gouyave, Grenada
Main course Meat

Food Flavour DNA

Nutritional Values

🔥690kcal
💪28gProtein
🌾54gCarbs
🥑42gFat
🌿8gFibre
⚖️450 gServing

* Per serving · 450 g. May vary.

Allergens

🥛 Dairy

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St. George's

Oil Down

How to order / say it
Say it Oil Down — [Oil Down]
Order I'd like to order Oil Down, please.
Locally Can I get an Oil Down, please?
Say locally

A rich and hearty one-pot dish made with salted meat, breadfruit, and coconut milk.

Why try it?

Oil Down is the ultimate expression of Grenadian unity and celebration, often prepared for family gatherings. It symbolizes the island's community spirit and resourcefulness.

How it tastes

Oil Down is rich, creamy, and savory, with a gentle aroma from the coconut milk and spices. The breadfruit absorbs the flavorful coconut stew, while the salted meat adds depth.

Origin & History — first documented: 1847

Oil Down's origins date back to the mid-19th century, when it combined African and Indian influences on the island. It became an iconic dish in St. George's as a communal meal, reflecting the island's diverse heritage.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🥛 500 ml coconut milk
  • 🥩 300 g salted meat
  • 🥕 400 g breadfruit
  • 🥕 200 g callaloo leaves
  • 🧄 100 g onions
  • 🧂 1 piece scotch bonnet pepper
  • 🧄 4 cloves garlic

Method

  1. 1 Prepare breadfruit by peeling and cutting it into pieces.
  2. 2 In a large pot, layer the breadfruit, salted meat, and vegetables.
  3. 3 Add coconut milk and spices, and simmer until everything is tender.

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