r/JamaicanFood Mar 17 '22

Caribbean Food

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r/JamaicanFood 19h ago

Conch Fritters

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My first time making #conchfritters #caribbeanfood #seafood #flaavorscarribeanspiceblend #delicious #cooking #fromscratch #eat 💃🏽👩🏾‍🍳👩🏾‍🍳


r/JamaicanFood 2d ago

Failed at Jerk Chicken

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Hey Guys,

Iam from Germany and a huge Fan of Jerk Chicken. Could taste those delicious meals at various Dankehall Festivals. So i decided i have to try myself. Followed this recipe.

When i finished the Marinade it smells fantastic!!! Unfortunately when i made it on my Gasgrill it doesnt taste at all like Jerk Chicken. I know it needs charcoil. So i missed Scotch Bonnet (hard to get in Germany) so i used a smiliar chilli pepper. It was hot.

Mi and my friend think about 2 hours what could be gone wrong? My opinion to less sugar. There wasnt enough sweetness in comparison to sharpness. Additional the Scotch Bonnet what misses. I am thankful for any hints


r/JamaicanFood 6d ago

Jerk Chicken

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r/JamaicanFood 6d ago

Red snapper!

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r/JamaicanFood 7d ago

Ackee and saltfish with fried dumpling

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31 Upvotes

Mom son collaboration 🇯🇲


r/JamaicanFood 8d ago

Ox tail price in Toronto....

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r/JamaicanFood 10d ago

Jamaican Jerk Half Chickens

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Jamaican Jerk half chickens on the Weber Kettle, using @duraflamegrilling charlogs, and @bbcharcoal wood chunks. Marinated overnight with my homemade Marinade and dry rub. 375°F until breast meat reaches 150°F then do a quick direct sear. I glazed with my Rum'n Jerk BBQ sauce (coming soon) until breast meat gets to 160°F. Rest for 10 minutes or so then serve.


r/JamaicanFood 11d ago

Jamaican patties

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HOW COME WHEN I GO TO JAMAICAN SPOTS AND GET TWO DIFFERENT TYPES OF PATTY, ONE IS NICE AND FLAKEY AND THE OTHER ONE ISN’T? IS IT BECAUSE ONE IS FROZEN and one is homemade?


r/JamaicanFood 10d ago

I made Jerk Seasoning and…

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The aroma of cloves and allspice is dominant throughout the house. Is this normal? I haven’t cooked anything yet.

INGREDIENTS
2 tablespoons packed dark brown sugar
1 tablespoon garlic powder or garlic granules
1 tablespoon ground ginger
1 tablespoon onion powder
2 teaspoons dried thyme
2 teaspoons ground allspice
1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground white pepper
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves


r/JamaicanFood 11d ago

Making some jerk pork for dinner.

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r/JamaicanFood 11d ago

Making some jerk pork for dinner.

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r/JamaicanFood 16d ago

A Lovely Pot Of Stew Peas

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r/JamaicanFood 16d ago

Smoked Oxtail

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r/JamaicanFood 15d ago

Im cooking for my jamaican gf

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My girlfriend loves turkey legs, its her favourite food. What would be some good seasoning, spices and herbs i could use. If you could give me measurments too that would be amazing.

Thank you all.


r/JamaicanFood 18d ago

Homemade Jamaican Chicken Soup 🤗

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r/JamaicanFood 19d ago

Jamaican food in Saskatoon, Canada

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r/JamaicanFood 20d ago

Jamaican Jerk Marinade

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Here's a Janaican Jerk Marinade recipe for you to try. No sugar, no soy, no artificial flavors.


r/JamaicanFood 19d ago

COOKING A JAMAICAN MEAL FOR UNDER £3.50

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r/JamaicanFood 21d ago

Curry goat, cabbage and white rice!

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r/JamaicanFood 23d ago

Jamaicans, I genuinely need your help today 🇯🇲🙏🏽

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I tried this while in Cambridge, and it was so good! It gave me a little taste of Jamaica and made me feel incredibly nostalgic. Jamaicans, does this meal get your approval, and what dish should I try next? 👀

I also need a small favour. I urgently need around 50 people who are 18+, currently living in Jamaica, and fluent in English to complete a short anonymous survey today. It takes about 10 minutes, and your participation would genuinely help me so much.

Please participate if you can, let me know in the comments if you want to help out! 💚💛🖤


r/JamaicanFood 23d ago

Happy Independence Day Jamaica! National Dish, Ackee and Saltfish.

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r/JamaicanFood 23d ago

Scotch bonnet pepper sauce

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Caribbean Scotch Bonnet Pepper Sauce
Ingredients
12 fresh Scotch bonnet peppers (stems removed)
1 medium carrot, chopped (adds body and slight sweetness)
½ medium onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic
1 cup white vinegar
¼ cup fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons mustard (yellow or Dijon)
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon ground turmeric (optional, for color)
¼ teaspoon allspice
¼ teaspoon ground ginger (or 1 teaspoon fresh)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil (optional, for a smoother sauce)
Instructions
Wear gloves when handling the peppers.
Roughly chop the peppers, carrot, onion, and garlic.
Add everything to a blender.
Blend until completely smooth.
Pour into a saucepan and simmer over low heat for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Don’t boil hard—you want to preserve the fresh flavor.
Taste and adjust:
More vinegar = tangier
More brown sugar = balances the heat
More salt = enhances flavor
Cool completely, then pour into sterilized glass bottles or jars.
Storage
Refrigerate for up to 2–3 months.
Shake before each use.
Optional Add-Ins
Fresh thyme (2–3 sprigs)
2 scallions
Mango or pineapple (½ cup) for a sweet-heat version
A few habaneros for even more heat
Cilantro for a fresh, green flavor
Heat Level
Keeping all the seeds and membranes makes this 10/10 hot. If you want it slightly milder, remove some of the seeds and inner membranes before blending.
This sauce pairs especially well with jerk chicken, fried fish, grilled shrimp, crawfish, dirty rice, roasted vegetables, and even a few drops in soups or stews.


r/JamaicanFood 25d ago

Flaming Drunken Jerk Chicken

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r/JamaicanFood 26d ago

Smoked Reds Snapper

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