Jamaican food is known for its bold flavors and vibrant mix of influences. It combines Caribbean flavors with African, Asian, and European elements.
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Here’s yet another one of those ‘country’ dishes mom would make with dad in mind. Back then, she’d normally use Bodi (also known as bora or snakebean) when we didn’t have string beans in the kitchen garden. You’ll find variations of this dish on the website where I used salted Beef, leftover stewed pork or chicken, and I believe there’s a version where I used salted cod.
About five years ago, we did a similar version of Mackerel In Tomato Sauce; however, in this version, we’ll start with a delicious curry base for an extraordinary curry fish recipe. This is an easy, quick, and tasty weeknight dish to enjoy with steamed rice, Paratha Roti, or even boiled potatoes, especially during the lenten season.
Here’s yet another version of Carrot Punch, also known as Carrot Juice in Jamaica, which we enjoy in the Caribbean.
This is a refresher on the Curry Beef Recipe I shared in 2009. It has stood the test of time and has become an enormous fan favorite over the years. You will see subtle differences within this recipe, which I believe warrant the title of ULTIMATE!
This is a refresher on the Caribbean Peas Soup I shared in 2016. And we need to acknowledge that while I’m saying this is a Jamaican recipe (in the title), it’s made throughout the Caribbean, in variations.
A fast, flavorful curry chicken dish with wings, perfect for busy weeknights or Caribbean roti cravings.
A comforting, one-pan skillet of baked beans, franks, bacon, peppers, and thyme—ready in under 20 minutes.
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.
Based on the typical brown-sugar stewing method we use in the Caribbean, these oxtails will be incredibly seasoned, falling off the bone and you’ll definitely be excited to serve this up.
Corn Soup is a wonderful comfort dish. This version with salted pigtails adds even more flavor to an already amazing dish. Salted beef or smoked meats will work great too.
A delicious ham for the holiday season. Try something new with this delicious glaze on a beautiful jerk ham.
A classic Jamaican Spice Bun typically eaten around easter but great all year round. Dense and filled with spices, this is sure to be a new favorite.
