Turn simple rice into a showstopper. Simmer rice in coconut milk for a rich and sweet complexity.
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Kwame’s right hand man, Paz, teaches you how to create this beautiful accompaniment to jerk chicken. Prep it on the stove or make right on the grill.
Learn to make this simple brine to ensure the juiciest, most flavorful chicken. Soak the meat in the brine for 12 to 36 hours, the more time the merrier (and juicier).
The story of curry goat is rooted in the history of Indian immigrants to Jamaica, who brought their layered spice mixes to the Caribbean capital. Kwame teaches his version of the classic, which will have mouths watering and coming back for seconds.
This tropical pea dish works wonders alongside savory mains. Kwame shows you how to perfectly cook the peas and season to delight.
An island classic that will become your new favorite white rice. The coconut milk has a creamy, slightly sweet and nutty profile, and brings the perfect balance to a spicy dish.
We’re not going to lie, this is by far one of the most satisfying libations you can make. Use a variety of fresh fruit and both white and dark rum to elevate the normal rum punch to new levels.
Jewel, Kwame’s mom, just arrived on the island and they are ready to cook together for the first time in Jamaica! In order to properly celebrate Jewel’s visit, they make a Jamaican classic, which is also her favorite dish: Braised oxtails with coconut rice and pigeon peas. And of course, no family gathering would be complete without a cocktail, so they whip up a refreshing rum punch packed with fresh Jamaican fruits.
Take your mayonnaise game to the next level, with Kwame’s Afro-Caribbean inspired aioli. It goes with a wide variety of dishes, from potatoes to sandwiches to savory proteins.
A mixture of vinegar, carrots, onions, all-spice, and spicy Scotch bonnet peppers, you’ll love the simple yet flavor-packed nature of this sauce.
You’ll fall in love with this fluffy, simple dough that will elevate your patty game. But why stop there? You’ll discover coco bread rolls can be your new go-to sandwich bun.
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Jamaican Patties
Learn Kwame’s secrets for creating the classic, flaky, Jamaican patties. You’ll only be faced with the tough decision of what to fill it with.
Use this marinade to bring out the most flavor in your oxtails, adding an Afro-Caribbean essence that will have everyone wanting more.
The East Indians are the largest ethnic minority in Jamaica. They arrived as indentured servants, and brought with them many of their spices. Kwame teaches how to make curry powder unique to the Caribbean, which includes the star ingredient, anise seed.
Salt on steroids. Learn how to make the seasoning that Kwame puts on everything, not just his Caribbean recipes. This balanced spice blend is a derivative of Kwame’s mother’s famous house seasoning. A great spice that brings a whole lot of flavor.
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American Best Of Braising Caribbean Chicken Coconut Coconut Milk Condiments Cooking Method Cuisine Dietary Dinner Dish Type Everyday Family Meals Flavor Profiles Food Type Gluten-Free Interest Learn Lessons Main Ingredient Meal Type Meat & Poultry Occasions Pantry Restaurant-like Dishes Rice Savory Side Dishes Skills Steaming Summer Sweet Techniques
Peanut Braised Chicken with Coconut Carolina Rice
Braise poultry and simmer coconut rice in a flavorful miso and peanut mixture and you’ll have a warming, family-style dish. Learn how to to build flavor through caramelization and the secret to preparing perfect rice.
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African Beef Best Of Boiling Braising Caribbean Cocktails Coconut Coconut Milk Comfort Cooking Method Cuisine Dietary Dinner Dish Type Everyday Family Meals Flavor Profiles Food Type Gluten-Free Interest Learn Lessons Main Ingredient Meal Type Meat & Poultry Occasions Peas Rice Rum Savory Side Dishes Skills Special Occasions Steaming Summer Sweet unknown Vegan
Oxtails with Rice & Peas
Kwame’s mom, Jewel, is in town which calls for a celebratory meal: braised oxtails with coconut rice and pigeon peas. And of course, no family gathering would be complete without a refreshing rum punch cocktail packed with fresh Jamaican fruits.
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Beans Best Of Boiling Caribbean Coconut Milk Comfort Cooking Method Cuisine Dietary Dinner Dish Type Everyday Flavor Profiles Food Type Gluten-Free High-Fiber High-Protein Interest Jamaican Lessons Lunch Main Dishes Main Ingredient Meal Type Meat & Poultry Occasions Pantry Peas Potluck Quick Meals Savory Soups & Stews Stewing
Jamaican Stew Peas
Kwame grew up eating this “pot of wonderful magic liquid” with his father: a stew dish with gungo peas (pigeon peas), red peas (kidney beans), salted meats, and coconut milk. Make a huge pot for the whole family to taste the love!
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Allspice Barbecue Caribbean Carrot Condiments Cooking Method Cuisine Dietary Dinner Dish Type Everyday Fish Fish & Seafood Flavor Profiles Food Type Frying Gluten-Free Interest Jamaican Learn Lessons Main Dishes Main Ingredient Meal Type Occasions Onion Restaurant-like Dishes Skills Special Occasions Spicy Summer Vinegar
Escovitch Fish
Transport yourself to the beach and make Kwame’s favorite fried dish. Rub the freshly-caught snapper with marination and all-purpose seasoning, shallow-fried until the skin crisps, then add Escovitch sauce, a spicy and vinegary pickling liquid.
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American Baking Baking Beef Best Of Breads Butter Caribbean Condiments Cooking Method Cuisine Dietary Dinner Dish Type Entertaining Everyday Family Meals Flavor Profiles Flour Food Type Gluten-Free Interest Jamaican Learn Lessons Main Dishes Main Ingredient Meal Type Meat & Poultry Occasions Parties Quick Meals Restaurant-like Dishes Savory Skills Snacks
Jamaican Patties with Coco Bread
Beef patties are Jamaica’s ubiquitous fast food. Kwame teaches how to make the patty pastry dough, the beautifully seasoned beef filling, and delicious pillowy coco bread.
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Barbecue BBQ & Grilling Braising Cabbage Caribbean Carrot Chicken Condiments Cooking Method Cuisine Dietary Dinner Dish Type Family Meals Flavor Profiles Food Type Gluten-Free Grilling Interest Jamaican Lessons Main Ingredient Marinades Meal Type Meat & Poultry Occasions Restaurant-like Dishes Savory Spicy Tomato Vegetables
Jerk Chicken
Jerk, a symphony of flavors, encapsulating the finesse, attention to detail, and all of the nuances of Jamaican cooking. Learn this iconic dish known for its intense depth of smokiness, heat, spice, and flavor. The 3-day cooking process is totally worth it.
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American Barbecue Beef Caribbean Chicken Condiments Cooking Method Cuisine Dietary Dinner Dish Type Entertaining Everyday Flavor Profiles Food Type Gluten-Free Goat Grilling Interest Jamaican Learn Lessons Main Ingredient Marinades Meal Type Meat & Poultry Occasions Quick Meals Restaurant-like Dishes Savory Skills Stewing
Marinades
Jamaican recipes are famous for imparting flavor with an overnight marinades. In this lesson, Kwame shows how to make marinades for three classic dishes: brown stew chicken, oxtails, and curried goat.
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Kwame’s Pantry
Kwame just landed in Jamaica, and while he’s not yet sure what he’s going to cook, he’s going to stock his pantry with all the essentials: jerk paste, marination, curry powder, and all-purpose seasoning, which he calls “salt on steroids”.