Okra
What is it: Okra, a relative of the cotton and hibiscus, is native to Africa but it is believed that it was brought to the Americas as food for slaves. Okra is a vegetable and can be eaten uncooked. Okra plant mature quickly and must be reaped when tender. Jamaicans used okra to put […]
Meat Loaf
What is it: Jamaican Meat Loaf is described by some as the “little brother” to the Jamaican beef patty, even though it is bigger in size. Some say this because it is simply a cocoa bread with the filling from a patty. If you love Jamaican beef patties, you will the Jamaican Meat Loaf. First […]
Mannish Water
What is it: This is a soup made from the head, feet and tripe of the ram goat. In some countries it is know as Billie goat. It is very important to use the ram goat because it gives a different flavor than the “she goat”, yes that is what we call a nanny goat. […]
Liver and Onions
What is it: This is another popular dish in Jamaica. Liver and onions is a dish consisting of slices liver [usually pork or beef]. Onions is favored as an accompaniment to liver as the sharp flavour of onions “cut” the somewhat metallic flavour of the liver, which can be off-putting for some eaters. The liver […]
Jerk Pork
What is it: Pork dressed in only the finest jerk seasoning. The real gem of this is how the meat is prepared. There are quite a few methods for preparing jerk pork, but modern-day preparation in old-school hunting for cooking the meat on a wooden grill or in a covered pit. What to eat […]
Jerk Chicken
What is it: Jerk Chicken is the most popular Jamaican dish known worldwide for its authentic Jamaican jerk flavor. Using spices such as pimento, scotch bonnet pepper, scallion, onions and thyme. There are some secret ingredients but those are the basic. Served jerk pan style or authentic original style roasted over coals on top of […]
Jamaican Roast Jerk Fish
What is it: Jamaican Roast Jerk Fish is one of the most delicious and simple ways to cook fish. The cavity of the fish is stuffed with seasonings, including Jamaican jerk sauce to concentrate the flavors inside. The fish meat is tender and juicy. Wash fish with vinegar and water. Pour your favorite jerk […]
Jamaican Patty
What is it: A Jamaican patty is a pastry that contains various fillings and spices baked in a flaky shell, often tinted golden yellow with an egg white yolk mixture or tumeric. It is made like a turnover, but it is more savory and filled with meat. As its name suggests, it is commonly found […]
Jamaican Gungo Rice and Peas
What is it: “Rice and peas is a classic Sunday dish for us here in Jamaica. Is is a tradition. If we don’t have rice and peas on a Sunday the day just doesn’t feel the same. Gungo rice and peas is a favorite compared to others, it is a popular Christmas dish. Jamaican Gungo […]
Gungo Peas Soap
What is it: Gungo Peas Soup is a Jamaican favorite. It is a rich Jamaican soup that features beef, pigtails, gungo peas, yellow yam, carrots, pumpkin, and dumplings. Often served as “Saturday soup”. What to eat with: By itself.
