Jamaican food is a fusion of global influences, resulting in flavorful, spicy dishes like jerk chicken, curry goat, and ackee and saltfish, which is the national dish. Other popular foods include rice and peas, oxtail, patties, and various soups and stews.

Popular dishes

Ackee and saltfish: The national dish, made from the ackee fruit (prepared to taste like scrambled eggs) and salted cod, sautéed with vegetables and spices.

Jerk chicken / Jerk Pork: A popular spicy dish where chicken or pork  is marinated in a fiery blend of spices before being grilled or smoked.

Curry goat: Goat meat that is slow-cooked in a rich curry sauce, often served with rice.

Oxtail: A tender stew made from oxtail, braised in a rich, savory brown stew sauce.

Rice and peas: A staple side dish made with rice cooked in coconut milk with kidney beans (or gungo peas) and spices.

Jamaican patties: Flaky pastry turnovers filled with various savory ingredients like spiced beef, chicken, or vegetables.

Fried dumplings: A common side dish or snack, often served with savory dishes.

Festival: A slightly sweet, fried dumpling often eaten as a side with savory dishes.

Brown stew chicken / Fish : Chicken  or fish pieces braised in a rich, dark, and savory stews.

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