These are the iconic dishes every island kitchen knows—jerk chicken, rice and peas, curry goat, callaloo, and more. Timeless Caribbean recipes that honor the roots and rhythm of our cuisine.
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This classic one-pot dish is made with rice, peas, and usually a meat of some kind (marinated overnight), simmered in coconut milk and finished with chopped herbs.
These Curry Eggs are a delicious Caribbean classic simmering hard‑boiled eggs in a vibrant curry sauce for bold, satisfying flavor in under 30 minutes.
Smoked Herring Choka made quick and easy: smoky herring fillets, scotch bonnet pepper, tomatoes, scallions and a sizzling olive oil chunkay in about 20 minutes.
A Simple Trinidad-Style Macaroni and Cheese That’s Big on Flavor
The original Jamaican Jerk Marinade was shared in 2011. After many requests, I then shared the Mild version for those of you who love the flavors of Jamaican Jerk without the heat. This is a more updated and refined version (arguably, there’s no need for it) of that original recipe I shared when I did the Smoked Jerk Turkey a few years back.
Learn how to make an amazing Bitter Melon with Shrimp, a mouthwatering dish great for any occasion.
Learn how to make Geera (cumin) Shrimp, a spicy dish that packs a punch.
It’s Vegan Ackee and “Saltfish”! Learn how to make a vegan take on classic Jamaican ackee and saltfish (without actual saltfish).
The earthy flavors from the spices which make up the curry will work well with the mellowness of the coconut milk and the fresh herbs will truly take this dish over the top.
Chow is cross between a salad and pickle, usually made using a tart fruit and is popular in the Southern Caribbean.
In the Caribbean, Dasheen, Yams, Eddoes, Sweet Potato and Cassava all fall under the ‘ground provisions’ umbrella – also known as ‘food’ in Jamaica. This easy recipe can be adopted with any of these staples.
In Jamaica, Callaloo is the bush or plant (amaranth) which is prepared in several different ways.
