Jamaican Beef Patties
step 1
For the dough: In a large bowl, combine the flour, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Cut into the vegetable shortening until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs.
step 2
Gradually add the cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until a soft dough forms. Divide the dough into 8-10 portions and shape each portion into a ball.
step 3
For the filling: In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
step 4
Add the onion, bell pepper, garlic, all-spice, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper to the skillet and cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes
step 5
Preheat the oven to 400°F. Take parchment paper and line it up with a baking sheet.
step 6
On a lightly floured surface, roll out each dough ball into a thin, circular shape.
step 7
Place about 2-3 tablespoons of the filling in the center of each dough circle. Brush the edges with the beaten egg.
step 8
Fold the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape and press the edges to seal.
step 9
Place the patties on the prepared baking sheet and brush the tops with the remaining egg.
step 10
Bake for 20-25 minutes
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tbsp turmeric powder
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
¼ cup vegetable shortening
4-6 tbsp cup water
For the Filling:1 red bell pepper, diced
1 medium onion, diced
1 lb ground beef
1 teaspoon curry powderr
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp Jamaican all-spice
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp dried parsley
1 egg, beaten
step 1
In a large bowl, combine the shrimp, Jamaican Jerk marinade, oil, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat the shrimp well.
step 2
Use plastic wrap to cover the bowl and put in refrigerator for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
step 3
Preheat your grill to high heat.
step 4
Lightly oil the grill grates.
step 5
Remove the shrimp from the marinade and discard any excess marinade.
step 6
Place the shrimp on the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the shrimp is cooked through and no longer translucent.
step 7
Serve hot.
1/2 cup Jamaican Jerk Marinade
1 tbsp vegetable oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
step 1
Put oil in large pot and put over stove with medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking up any clumps with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
step 2
Add the onion, garlic, bell peppers, scallions, thyme, allspice, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes to soften the vegetables.
step 3
Stir in the tomato paste, diced tomatoes, kidney beans, and water.
step 4
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
step 5
Serve over a bed of rice.
1 lb ground beef
1 medium-sized onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 bell peppers, diced
2 scallions, chopped
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon allspice
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
1 can (15 oz) kidney beans
1 cup water
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Rice, for serving
step 1
Soak the salt cod in water for 24 hours, changing the water several times to remove the saltiness.
step 2
Boil the potatoes. After they are soft, mash and peel them.
step 3
Flake the salt cod and mix it with the mashed potatoes, onion, garlic, scallions, thyme, black pepper, salt, and baking powder.
step 4
Gradually add the flour to the mixture, then add the beaten egg. Mix until the batter is well combined.
step 5
Put oil in large frying pan and heat it over a stove on medium heat
step 6
Put oil in large frying pan and heat it over a stove on medium heat
step 7
Put oil in large frying pan and heat it over a stove on medium heat
step 8
Using a tablespoon or an ice cream scoop, drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil. Fry each side for 2-3 minutes.
step 9
Drain the fritters on paper towels to remove any excess oil.
step 10
Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
1 lb salt cod
4 medium-sized potatoes
1 medium-sized onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 scallions, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 egg, beaten
Vegetable oil for frying
step 1
In a bowl, mix together the allspice, thyme, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, ginger, cayenne pepper, black pepper, garlic, onion, soy sauce, oil, brown sugar, vinegar, lime juice, and salt.
step 2
Rub the mixture over the chicken pieces, making sure to coat them well.
step 3
Cover the chicken and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or up to overnight.
step 4
Preheat a grill or a grill pan to medium-high heat.
step 5
Grill the chicken for 20-30 minutes, turning occasionally, until fully cooked and charred in spots.
step 6
Serve with your favorite sides.
4-5 lbs chicken pieces (legs, thighs, wings, or breast)
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves
2 tablespoons allspice
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon ground ginger
½ teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 cup soy sauce
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup vinegar
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon salt