Festive Caribbean Stuffing
Infuse your holiday table with tropical flair using this Festive Caribbean Stuffing! This flavorful twist on a classic side dish blends warm Caribbean spices like allspice and cinnamon with vibrant ingredients such as ripe mango, juicy pineapple, and a kick of optional scotch bonnet pepper for bold, aromatic depth. Toasted cubes of crusty bread soak up the sweetness of raisins and the crunch of cashews, while bright herbs like thyme and parsley bring balance to each bite. Perfectly complemented by a buttery vegetable medley and a dash of broth for just the right texture, this tropical stuffing pairs beautifully with roasted meats or as a vegetarian centerpiece. Ready in just about an hour, it’s the ultimate crowd-pleasing side for festive gatherings, blending tradition with island-inspired creativity in every mouthwatering forkful!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups day-old bread (cubed, preferably whole wheat or crusty bread)
- 1 cup pineapple (diced, fresh or canned and drained)
- 1 cup mango (diced, ripe but firm)
- 1 medium red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 medium yellow onion (finely chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 small scotch bonnet pepper (seeded and finely minced, optional for heat)
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme (chopped, or substitute 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon ground allspice
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1.5 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 0.5 cup raisins
- 0.5 cup chopped cashews (optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a large baking dish.
Spread the cubed bread on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for 7-10 minutes until lightly golden and crisp. Remove and set aside.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion, red bell pepper, and garlic, and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Stir in the scotch bonnet pepper (if using), cinnamon, allspice, thyme, and parsley, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Add the diced pineapple, mango, and raisins to the skillet. Stir well and cook for 3-4 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Transfer the toasted bread cubes to a large mixing bowl. Pour the fruit and vegetable mixture over the bread and toss gently to combine.
Gradually pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, stirring as you go, until the mixture is moistened but not soggy. Adjust the amount of broth as needed.
Fold in the chopped cashews (if using) and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Transfer the stuffing mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes until the top is golden brown and slightly crisp.
Serve warm as a festive side dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3843 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 116.8 g | 150% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.3 g | 206% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 8510 mg | 370% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 660.3 g | 240% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 80.1 g | 286% | |
| Total Sugars | 174.1 g | ||
| Protein | 120.8 g | 242% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 726 mg | 56% | |
| Iron | 38.5 mg | 214% | |
| Potassium | 3619 mg | 77% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
