Caribbean Recipes


Categories: Soups, Fish, .
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Spicy fish soup with potatoesViews: 952

Liven up the flavor of this warming fish soup with hot Scotch bonnet peppers, a staple in many Caribbean and African dishes. Make a small slit in the bonnet and simmer for...

Cod, hake, potatoes, celery, chili pepper, shellfish juice, bay leaf...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 440
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Spicy Coconut Curry with ChickenViews: 638

Combine chicken thighs with curry powder, allspice, and thyme and simmer in coconut milk with vegetables, herbs, spices, and cayenne for a vibrant, hearty stew that packs a punch.

chicken thighs, carrots, peas, chili pepper, coconut milk, allspice, curry, thyme...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 691
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Spicy chicken with plantains and ginger-pineapple sauceViews: 431

Sweet plantains are the perfect complement to juicy fried chicken rubbed with spicy Caribbean jerk seasoning. For a more contrasting flavor, top the dish with a ginger-pineapple sauce...

Chicken breasts, plantain, bell pepper, chili pepper, ginger root, jerk seasoning, apple cider vinegar, cilantro, pineapple jam...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 540
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Spicy cucumber and melon saladViews: 708

Combine cucumber, ripe melon, and cherries with chili pepper, allspice, green onions, and fresh ginger for a vibrant summer salad infused with the rich flavors and aromas of Jamaican cuisine. This fruity...

Cantaloupe melon, cucumbers, cherries, chili peppers, ginger root, apple cider vinegar, allspice, thyme, green onions...
Time: 10 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4
Categories: Soups, Thick, stewed dishes, .
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Pressure Cooker Beef, Bell Pepper, and Olive StewViews: 677

Rich beef is infused with the flavors of oregano and cumin in a pressure cooker, creating a delicious stew inspired by the Cuban dish ropa vieja. The beef is paired with roasted bell peppers,...

Beef, carrots, bell peppers, olives, tomatoes, parsley, tomato paste, bay leaf, oregano, cumin...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 458
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Rice with beans and smoked sausageViews: 762

This dish of brown rice, black-eyed beans, smoked sausage, and vegetables combines two Southern classics: jumping john and jambalaya. Add jerk seasoning for a deeper flavor and...

Black-eyed beans, kale, brown rice, sausage, celery, jalapeño pepper, green onion, bay leaf, jerk seasoning, thyme...
Time: 1 hour 55 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 470
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Slow Cooker Pork with Oranges and GarlicViews: 696

Cumin, freshly squeezed orange juice, and spices infuse this tender pork loin with rich flavor. This slow cooker recipe was inspired by Cuban cuisine, where rich flavor is achieved through...

Onions, bell peppers, cilantro, garlic, pork escalope, cumin, oranges, long-grain rice, peas, wine vinegar, pork loin...
Time: 7 hours 25 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 630
Categories: Main courses, Bird, .
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Jerk chicken fricassee with sausage and celeryViews: 536

Chicken legs are simmered in a skillet with browned andouille sausage, celery sticks, thyme, allspice, and jalapeño, infusing them with the vibrant flavor of Caribbean jerk chicken. Before...

chicken legs, andouille sausage, allspice, thyme, celery...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4
Categories: Main courses, Bird, .
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Jerk chicken with plantainsViews: 689

Prepare a delicious and quick Caribbean-style dinner. Skinless chicken breast is rubbed with Jamaican jerk seasoning, pan-fried until crispy and spiced, and served with a side of fried...

Chicken breasts, bananas, plantains, bell peppers, ginger root, red onions, chili peppers, jerk seasoning, apple cider vinegar, pineapple jam...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 540
Categories: Main courses, Bird, Grill, Bird, .
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Jerk chicken with pineapple saladViews: 758

Cooking delicious, spicy grilled chicken is much easier when using Jamaican jerk sauce. Grilling over indirect heat on an outdoor grill ensures the chicken breast stays juicy inside and doesn't...

chicken breasts, pineapple, cashew nuts, cabbage, lemon juice...
Time: 45 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 303
Categories: Cocktails, With rum, .
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Caribbean Milk PunchViews: 631
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Milk punch with brandy gained popularity in the American colonies when it was considered a cold cure. Although its medicinal properties were questionable, the drink became popular in...

whiskey, rum, cream, nutmeg, syrup...
Time: 15 min. Complexity: easily Quantity: 1 cocktail
Categories: Cocktails, With rum, .
Tikki cocktail "Hurricane"Views: 713

The Hurricane cocktail can be found on the menu of almost every bar in New Orleans, thanks to Pat O'Brien's, where this fruity drink was created in the 1940s. Although the original recipe...

Orange juice, pineapple juice, cranberry juice, grenadine syrup, rum...
Time: 5 min. Complexity: easily Quantity: 1 cocktail
Jamaican Meat Pies "Soccer Balls"Views: 943

If you're preparing snacks for watching the game, these football-shaped puff pastries are perfect: they're easy to make with store-bought puff pastry, look atmospheric, and their savory...

Puff pastry, ground beef, chili pepper, thyme, green onions, garlic, curry, allspice, ranch sauce...
Time: 2 hours. Complexity: easily Quantity: 16 pies Caloric content: 97
Categories: Cocktails, With tequila, .
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Tequila Colada cocktailViews: 2,448

Replace the traditional rum in a Pina Colada with aged reposado tequila, and the cocktail's flavor will take on a whole new dimension. To make it, you'll also need orange-pineapple juice, coconut cream, and...

Orange juice, pineapple juice, coconut cream, tequila, pineapple...
Time: 5 min. Complexity: easily Quantity: 1 cocktail
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Turkey Picadillo SandwichesViews: 541

These sandwiches are made with picadillo, a thick, ground meat sauce with olives, raisins, onions, and spices. This recipe uses lean ground turkey. Fry it with the rest of the...

Ground turkey, olives, olive brine, avocado, tomato paste, allspice, bay leaf, chili powder, cumin, sesame seed buns, raisins...
Time: 55 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 484
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Cuban Black Bean and Chicken BowlViews: 1 187

Make a complete meal in one bowl: steamed rice with spicy black beans, fried chicken pieces, and fresh herbs. When choosing chicken, choose boneless, skinless thighs: they...

Chicken thighs, bell pepper, rice, orange juice, black beans, oregano, cumin...
Time: 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 550
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Jamaican-Style Oxtail StewViews: 944

This version of oxtail and lima bean stew is prepared in a Jamaican style. Oxtails are simmered for several hours in a flavorful sauce made with spicy habanero peppers, ginger, and allspice until...

Beef tails, celery, carrots, onions, garlic, ginger root, tomato paste, premium flour, broth, allspice, thyme, bay leaf, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, habanero pepper, lima beans, green onions, rice, hot sauce...
Time: 3 hours 15 minutes Complexity: average Servings: 6 Caloric content: 296
Categories: Main courses, Meat, .
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Pork cutlets breaded with banana chips and jerk seasoningViews: 670

All-natural bone-in pork loin cutlets are coated in a mixture of breadcrumbs, crushed banana chips, and Jamaican jerk seasoning before frying. The resulting crust is...

Pork loin, pork, black beans, banana chips, panko breadcrumbs, jerk seasoning...
Time: 35 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 259
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Tangelo MarmaladeViews: 806

The Jamaican tangelo (also known as an ugly or unique) is a hybrid of a mandarin and grapefruit with an ugly, wrinkled rind and a bright, citrusy flavor that can range from sweet to tart and bitter.

lemon, tangerines...
Time: 11 hours 55 minutes Complexity: easily Quantity: 1.5 l.
Categories: Cocktails, With rum, .
Author: - singer, author of cookbooks
Summer in a Glass CocktailViews: 3 217

This tropical cocktail is perfect for both summer parties and winter ones when you're craving a summertime experience. A combination of orange, banana, pineapple, and coconut with a hint of alcohol...

Pineapple juice, banana liqueur, coconut rum, orange juice...
Time: 10 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6
Author: - chef
Grilled shrimp tacos with tropical salsaViews: 2,832
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Before grilling, peeled shrimp are marinated for several hours in lime juice and spices, including chipotle pepper. It imparts a wonderful smoky flavor to the seafood, even if you...

Shrimp, Pineapple, Avocado, Jalapeno Pepper, Mango, Adobo Sauce, Tortilla, Lime Juice, Cloves, Mint...
Time: 1 hour 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6
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Pineapple Cupcake CakeViews: 1,738

Planning a tropical-themed party? Then you can't do without this vibrant pineapple cupcake cake. In some cultures, the pineapple is considered a symbol of hospitality, so this...

cupcake, cream...
Time: 1 hour 50 min. Complexity: easily Quantity: 24 cupcakes
Categories: Desserts, Fruits, Salads, Fruit, .
Author: - famous chef
Tropical fruit salad in ginger syrupViews: 2,280

This tropical fruit salad lifts your spirits with its vibrant summer appearance, intoxicating aroma, and unique flavor. This sumptuous combination of strawberries, kiwi, mango, orange, pineapple, and papaya...

Papaya, pineapple, strawberry, kiwi, orange, mango, ginger root, syrup, lime zest, mint...
Time: 1 hour 55 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 4 - 6
Categories: Desserts, Cakes, .
Jamaican black cakeViews: 3,861

Jamaican black cake is a traditional Jamaican Christmas treat. A relative of the English Christmas pudding, it is also made with dried fruit, which...

All-purpose flour, brown sugar, molasses, eggs, dates, figs, raisins, candied fruit, prunes, allspice, nutmeg, cloves, cinnamon, maraschino cherries, almonds, orange juice, port, rum...
Time: 5 hours 30 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 16 - 20
Author: - chef
Panini with fried vegetablesViews: 3,013
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Grilled summer vegetables, melting mozzarella, and aromatic basil pesto sauce make a perfect filling for an Italian panini sandwich. Top with pesto. It can be made ahead and stored in...

Zucchini, eggplant, pesto sauce, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, bell peppers, tomatoes, baguette, basil...
Time: 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 12
Categories: Main courses, Fish, Appetizers, Fish, .
Author: - restaurateur
Escovich: Jamaican-Style Fried SnapperViews: 3,450

Escovich is a popular Jamaican fried fish, most often snapper, served with a special vinegar dressing made with carrots, onions, and hot Caribbean peppers. The snapper is cooked whole.

Red snapper, fish seasoning, allspice, chili pepper, white peppercorns, garlic powder, ground cayenne pepper, flaked sea salt, thyme, paprika...
Time: 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4
Categories: Cocktails, With vodka, .
Lychee MartiniViews: 11,329

The lychee martini is made with vodka, lychee juice, and a splash of vermouth, which adds a touch of tropical flavor. The resulting cocktail is balanced and smooth.

vodka, lychee, vermouth...
Time: 5 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 2
Categories: Cocktails, With rum, Frozen, .
Author: - famous chef
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Cocktail "Mango-Tango"Views: 7,938

The flavor of this summer cocktail is as bright and tropical as its name suggests. The drink boasts citrus notes of orange liqueur, sweet coconut, refreshing pineapple, invigorating lime, and spicy...

mango, coconut rum, orange liqueur, pineapple juice, lime juice...
Time: 5 min. plus ice freezing time Complexity: easily Servings: 6
Categories: Cocktails, With rum, .
Author: - famous chef
Classic DaiquiriViews: 24 196
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The refreshing Cuban Daiquiri is one of the best summer cocktails. It's a balanced blend of freshly squeezed lime juice, simple syrup, and light rum, balancing the sweet and sour notes harmoniously...

rum, lime juice, syrup...
Time: 1 hour 10 min. Complexity: easily Quantity: 1 cocktail
Categories: Cocktails, With rum, Frozen, .
Author: - restaurateur
Frozen Strawberry DaiquiriViews: 5 145

You don't have to wait for strawberry season to enjoy this refreshing cocktail. Simply pour a bag of frozen strawberries into a blender and blend with rum, lime juice, and sugar until...

strawberries, rum, lime juice...
Time: 5 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6
Ackee with salted fishViews: 2,834

Ackee with saltfish is a traditional Jamaican breakfast. Ackee (canned in this recipe) is simmered with onions, bell peppers, and salt cod fillets. Before adding to the pan...

cod, sweet pepper, chili pepper, thyme, paprika...
Time: 2 hours 30 minutes Complexity: average Servings: 4
Categories: Cocktails, With rum, .
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Coquito cocktail with rum and coconut milkViews: 12,821

Coquito is a Puerto Rican cocktail typically enjoyed at Christmas. Its name translates from Spanish as "little coconut," but once you try it, you'll realize that coconut is anything but...

coconut milk, evaporated milk, rum, nutmeg, cinnamon...
Time: 1 hour 10 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 - 8
Categories: Cocktails, With rum, .
Author: - restaurateur
Rum and Rhubarb CocktailViews: 2,912
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This refreshing spring cocktail combines the delicious flavors of white and aged rum, sweet and sour rhubarb, lime, and zesty ginger, with a splash of pomegranate juice for a pleasant...

Rhubarb, rum, syrup, ginger root, lime juice, pomegranate juice...
Time: 45 min. Complexity: easily Quantity: 1 cocktail
Categories: Desserts, Cookie, Cakes, .
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Coconut Rum MacaronsViews: 1,936

Trying these coconut-rum macarons will transport you to the sultry Caribbean coast. In addition to the generous amount of coconut flakes, these soft cookies also contain dark...

coconut flakes, eggs, milk, nutmeg, vanilla extract, starch, rum...
Time: 1 hour 40 min. Complexity: easily Quantity: 30 baskets
Categories: Main courses, Salads, Vegetables, .
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Palm Heart Salad with LemonViews: 4,080

Tender hearts of palm make a delicious base for a sophisticated yet easy-to-make salad. Simply toss them with fresh arugula, chopped celery, and red onion, drizzled with...

palm hearts, celery, arugula, red onion, lemon juice...
Time: 20 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 130
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Natural pork cutlets with pineapple relishViews: 2 186

Natural bone-in pork loin cutlets are pan-fried for a couple of minutes on each side, resulting in golden brown and juicy results. Served with homemade pineapple relish. To prepare it...

Pork loin, pork, pineapple, vegetable relish, jalapeño pepper, lime juice, peanut butter, fish sauce, red onion, cucumbers...
Time: 35 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 618
Categories: Main courses, Fish, .
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Mahi-mahi fish in banana leavesViews: 1,693

Cooking and serving fish in a wrap is always original and perfect for special occasions. Baking it in a banana leaf wrap adds an exotic touch, and your guests...

mahi mahi, orange juice, lime juice, guajillo pepper, oregano, cumin...
Time: 2 hours 20 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 6
Categories: Sauces, Sharp, For fast food, .
Jerk ketchupViews: 2,655

Jamaican jerk spice ketchup recipe...

Ketchup, lime juice, brown sugar, oregano, thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, allspice, ground cayenne pepper, red pepper flakes...
Time: 5 min. Complexity: easily Quantity: 1 and 1/4 tbsp.
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Caribbean flounder with rice and pigeon peasViews: 3,090

Flounder fillets are drizzled with a mixture of olive oil, tangy Caribbean sauce, cilantro, and lime zest, and baked in the oven until done. The delicate white fish quickly absorbs all the spicy flavors and...

flounder, pigeon peas, shallots, jalapeño peppers, celery, brown rice, plum tomatoes, cilantro...
Time: 25 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 410
Author: - co-owner of the restaurant
Slow Cooker Cuban Pulled Pork SandwichViews: 3,346
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When choosing pork for sandwiches, go for pork shoulder. It requires a long simmering time, but the meat turns out very juicy and rich. Before cooking, rub the shoulder with a spice mixture...

Pork shoulder, pork, sandwich buns, Swiss cheese, ham, pickled cucumber, orange juice, lime juice, red pepper flakes, oregano, cumin...
Time: 8 hours 20 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 6 - 8
Categories: Desserts, Fruits, Salads, Fruit, .
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Exotic Melon Salad with Hearts of PalmViews: 2,407

The combination of sparkling lime, sweet melon, and fiery serrano pepper infuses this light, juicy salad with the exotic flavors of Caribbean cuisine. For an even more versatile twist, use...

melon, hot sauce, lime juice...
Time: 10 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4
Yardie cocktailViews: 1,539

A light, refreshing Caribbean-style cocktail that blends the flavors and aromas of exotic fruits and Jamaican rum. It's made with equal parts white rum and passion fruit liqueur, a touch of...

Cava (sparkling wine), rum, Angostura bitters, liqueur...
Time: 5 min. Complexity: easily Quantity: 1 cocktail
Fried fish in potato breading with mango salsaViews: 2,416
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This quick-to-prepare dish will captivate you with its exotic appearance and amazing flavor. Crispy breaded white fish is served with a Caribbean-style salsa. The perfect breading for the snapper is...

Sea bass, salsa sauce, mango, jalapeño pepper, ground cayenne pepper, lime juice, cilantro...
Time: 1 hour. Complexity: easily Servings: 4
Categories: Cocktails, With rum, Frozen, .
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Frozen Tropical Fruit Hurricane SlushViews: 3,276

This slushy is based on the popular Hurricane cocktail, with notes of passionfruit, rum, and citrus. To add an even more tropical flavor, passionfruit sorbet is whipped with...

Pineapple, passion fruit, orange juice, orange liqueur, grenadine syrup, rum, sorbet...
Time: 10 min. plus freezing time Complexity: easily Servings: 4

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