Jamaican cooking is fire, flavor, and heritage in every bite. It’s the sizzle of jerk on the grill, the slow simmer of oxtail stew, and the unmistakable aroma of pimento and thyme.
As you know, I have an ongoing series I call “All Things Jerk,” where I make amazing jerk recipes. Recently, my son decided to go vegan, and I wanted to prepare one of his favorite dishes, but without using any meat. I’ll be honest, it took me a minute to figure out how to make…
Jamaican Carrot ice cream is healthy, creamy, and perfect for hot days. I have done a few ice cream recipes on my website. If you search my site, you will see Jamaican grape nut, rum and raisin, dragon stout, soursop, and Guinness ice cream. I love making homemade ice cream, especially ones that require no…
When my nine-year-old daughter asks for something different to eat, I thought of making pizza. I had some leftover oxtail from making oxtail soup, and I knew I had to eat it before it was gone. My husband can eat oxtail straight out of the fridge, cold, and he does not care. I have eaten…
This oxtail soup is rich, cozy, and full of deep, comforting flavor. I always make this meal whenever I am in New York and the weather is cold, especially when I just need something warm and hearty. My recipe allows the oxtail to simmer until it’s fall-off-the-bone tender in a broth filled with herbs, fresh…
If you’re craving something creamy, spicy, and totally satisfying, you’re going to fall in love with this Jamaican Curry Shrimp. These shrimp are simmered in a coconut curry sauce with herbs, scotch bonnet peppers, and bell peppers. It’s bold and comes together in under 30 minutes. I love recipes like this because they are my…
Delicious curry goat is perfect for rice.. This recipe takes just 2 1/2 hours from start to finish with a few minutes to prep. What is your favorite goat recipe? I will have to say Jamaican curry goat. The spices and traditional flavor that this recipe has. Also, one of the things I love most…
If you love a good home-cooked meal, this Jamaican Curry Chicken recipe is one you’ll keep coming back to. I made it last weekend when I wanted something simple but full of flavor, and it reminded me why this dish is such a classic. Why You’ll Love This Recipe You’ll love this Jamaican Curry Chicken…
I am not much of a drinker, but there are one drink I can’t refuse that is Jamaican rum punch. Whenever, I am in Jamaica I love to sip this on the beach. It is my happy place. But I am currently living in New York and I really miss my slice of heaven. Plus,…
This classic Jamaican peas soup recipe has salted beef, chicken foot, red beans, and coconut milk. It has the traditional island seasoning, and it is so easy to make on the stovetop. Whenever it is cold outside, I always try to make a soup. Today I was craving red pea soup.If you’re anything like me,…
My Jamaican pepper shrimp recipe brings back memories of buying them on the streets in clear plastic bags. Shrimp is one of the easiest things to cook, making it my go-to choice whenever I need something quick and delicious. With just a few ingredients, you can whip up this delicious and spicy shrimp dish. Since…