Jamaican cooking

Jamaican Beef Patties

prep time

30 min.

cook time

30 min.

Servings

8

instructions

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

ingredients

For the dough

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

Jamaican Jerk Shrimp

prep time

15 min.

cook time

10 mins

servings

4 servings

instructions

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.

ingredients

1/2 cup Jamaican Jerk Marinade

1 tbsp vegetable oil

Salt and pepper, to taste

1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

Jamaican Chili

prep time

20 min.

cook time

30 mins

servings

6 servings

instructions

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.

ingredients

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

Jamaican Salt Fish Fritters

prep time

20 min

cook time

35 min

additional time

24 hrs

Servings

6

instructions

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.

ingredients

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

Jamaican Jerk Chicken

prep time

15 min.

cook time

30 min.

Additional time

2 hrs

Servings

6

instructions

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.

ingredients

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