Allie Allen

Jazzy Jamaican Recipes Allie Allen

Do you salivate at the thought of delicious, tropical-style Jamaican dishes? Do you wonder if you can recreate those great tastes in your own kitchen? Would you enjoy learning authentic recipes you can try for yourself? This cookbook arms you with all the information, tricks, and tips you'll need to cook authentic Jamaican dishes at home. From jerk chicken, beef and pork to pawpaw and duckanoo, the recipes of Jamaica are as interesting to say as they are to devour. The cuisine of the country was influenced by many immigrants from Europe, Asia and Africa, and the original inhabitants of Jamaica, the Arawak's. The result of all these influences is nourishing, spicy foods with a punch of flavor you'll love. Jamaican cuisine is, in many ways, similar to the cooking of other countries in the Caribbean region. It's not JUST like any other island cuisine, though - it is distinctive due to its unique mixture of influences. The original cooking of Jamaica was done by Arawak Indians, making use of native meats and produce. Mainstays included callaloo, cassava, fish and corn. When Europeans settled the island, they brought along their own recipes. Asians brought recipes that introduced sweet and sour taste sensations. Read on, and learn to cook tropical dishes in your kitchen...