Authentic Jamaican Pepper Pot Soup Recipe | Rich, Spicy & Comforting!

scotch bonnet pepper

💰Cheaper: jalapeño

Jalapeños provide heat with less intensity.

beef

🥗Healthier: lean turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken

Turkey is lower in fat, chicken is often less expensive.

bell pepper

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Zucchini adds texture, cabbage is budget-friendly.

pimento seeds

💰Cheaper: allspice

Allspice is a common substitute for pimento.

Prepare beef (soup bones or beef shank) by cutting into pieces.

Heat water in a large pot over medium heat until boiling.

Add beef to boiling water and simmer until tender.

Add callaloo (or spinach), thyme, scallions, garlic, Scotch bonnet pepper, and other vegetables to the pot.

Add coconut milk and cock soup mix for flavor.

Season with pimento, black pepper, and Scotch bonnet powder to taste.

Simmer until all ingredients are cooked through and flavors meld.

Serve hot.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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