Caribbean Roasted Pumpkin, Okra & Chickpea Skillet – Authentic Saint Kitts and Nevis Recipe
Vibrant island vegetable skillet seasoned with warm allspice and fresh thyme.
- Country of Origin
- 🇰🇳 Saint Kitts and Nevis (Caribbean, Americas)
- Dietary Profile
- vegan
- Prep Time
- 15 min
- Cook Time
- 20 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Signature Staples
- Cubed calabaza pumpkin, Sliced okra, Chickpeas, Fresh thyme, Allspice
Ingredients for Caribbean Roasted Pumpkin, Okra & Chickpea Skillet (4 Servings)
- 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) cubed calabaza pumpkin, prepped into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 cups sliced okra, washed and trimmed
- 1 cup chickpeas
- 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with fresh thyme
- 1.5 tbsp traditional Saint Kitts and Nevis seasoning (allspice, garlic, coconut oil)
- 2.5 tbsp traditional cooking oil, sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh citrus or herbs
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
- Heat oil in a wide heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sauté onion, garlic, and fresh thyme for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add cubed calabaza pumpkin and sliced okra along with allspice, garlic, coconut oil, searing for 8–10 minutes while tossing occasionally.
- Deglaze the pan with a splash of broth or citrus so the caramelized fond coats every bite.
- Garnish with chickpeas and serve straight from the skillet.