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Bammy Crispy golden cassava bread cakes, a traditional Jamaican staple served as an appetizer or side dish. Often paired with dips or served with breakfast. 30 minEasyJamaicanVegetarian Beef Soup A rich, slow-simmered Caribbean soup loaded with tender beef shank, yellow yam, calabaza squash, and aromatic herbs. 115 minMediumJamaicanHigh Protein Brown Stew Chicken Jamaican chicken marinated in browning sauce and spices, then braised in a rich, dark, savory-sweet gravy with onions, peppers, and thyme. Plan ahead: marinate the chicken for at l 80 minMediumJamaicanHigh Fiber Callaloo and Saltfish A traditional Jamaican breakfast of garlicky sauteed callaloo (or spinach) with flaked salt cod, tomatoes, and Scotch bonnet heat. Quick, savory, and deeply satisfying. Plan ahead: 50 minEasyJamaicanPescatarian Chicken Run Down A rich and creamy Jamaican stew where chicken simmers in a savory coconut gravy with spinach and Caribbean vegetables, infused with aromatic spices. 60 minMediumJamaican Coconut Drops Traditional Jamaican coconut candy made by simmering chunks of fresh coconut with brown sugar, ginger, and spices until a thick, sticky syrup coats each piece. Dropped onto parchme 55 minEasyJamaicanVegan Curried Goat A tender, aromatic Jamaican stew where goat meat is simmered in a fragrant curry sauce with potatoes, onions, and Caribbean spices until fall-apart tender. 140 minMediumJamaican Escovitch Fish Jamaican whole snapper fried crispy and then pickled under a tangy, spicy vinegar sauce with julienned vegetables and allspice. Plan ahead: let the dressed fish marinate at least 3 55 minMediumJamaicanPescatarian Festival Fried Dumplings Jamaican festival dumplings are lightly sweet, slightly crispy fried cornmeal fritters that make the perfect side for jerk chicken or fish escovitch. 35 minEasyJamaicanVegetarian Green Banana Porridge A smooth and hearty Caribbean breakfast porridge cooked with warm spices and coconut milk. 35 minEasyJamaicanVegetarian Jamaican Ackee and Saltfish Jamaica's national dish featuring salt cod and ackee fruit, sautéed with onions, peppers, and spices for a flavorful traditional breakfast. 50 minMediumJamaicanPescatarian Jamaican Baked Snapper A whole red snapper baked with fresh herbs, aromatics, and scotch bonnet peppers until flaky and tender. A showstopping centerpiece with authentic Caribbean flavor. 45 minMediumJamaican Jamaican Beef Patties Flaky turmeric-yellow pastry shells filled with a boldly spiced ground beef mixture fragrant with Scotch bonnet, allspice, and thyme. These iconic Caribbean hand pies bake to a gol 90 minMediumJamaican Jamaican Callaloo Tender greens steamed with aromatic scallions, garlic, tomatoes, and fresh thyme for a traditional Caribbean side dish. 30 minEasyJamaicanVegan Jamaican Fried Plantains Golden, crispy fried plantain slices with a tender interior, served as a beloved side dish or snack with a sprinkle of salt and lime. 25 minEasyJamaicanVegetarian Jamaican Ginger Ale A spicy, refreshing homemade ginger beverage made with fresh ginger, lime, and sugar. Served cold over ice as a non-alcoholic drink with Caribbean flair. 30 minEasyJamaicanVegetarian Jamaican Jerk Pork Skewers Boldly spiced jerk-marinated pork shoulder, skewered and grilled until charred at the edges with a smoky, fiery interior. Plan ahead: marinate the pork for at least 4 hours, or ove 45 minEasyJamaicanHigh Protein Jamaican Peppered Shrimp Tender shrimp cooked in a fiery, aromatic sauce with bell peppers, onions, and a kick of scotch bonnet heat. A seafood appetizer or light dinner. 25 minEasyJamaican Jerk Chicken with Rice and Peas Authentic Jamaican jerk chicken marinated in a fiery scotch bonnet and allspice blend, then grilled to perfection and served with traditional coconut rice and kidney beans. 75 minMediumJamaicanHigh Protein Jerk Seasoning Paste A homemade aromatic jerk paste packed with scotch bonnet peppers, allspice, thyme, and warm spices. Use to marinate chicken, pork, fish, or vegetables. 15 minEasyJamaicanVegetarian Mannish Water A traditional Jamaican goat soup simmered with green bananas, yellow yam, scotch bonnet pepper, and fresh thyme. 100 minMediumJamaicanHigh Protein Red Pea Soup A thick, deeply flavored Jamaican soup made with kidney beans (called red peas), salted pig tails or smoked turkey, root vegetables, and Scotch bonnet, simmered with coconut milk u 150 minMediumJamaicanHigh Fiber Shrimp Salad Tender cooked shrimp mixed with mayo, celery, and fresh herbs, served over crisp lettuce or in a croissant. Light, elegant, and satisfying. 20 minEasyJamaican Stew Peas A hearty Caribbean comfort stew with kidney beans, pigeon peas, and tender meat in a rich gravy. 105 minMediumJamaican Sweet Potato Pudding A dense, spiced Jamaican pudding made with grated sweet potato, coconut milk, and warm spices baked low and slow until it sets into a firm, aromatic slab. This traditional dish is 115 minMediumJamaicanVegan

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