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Barbados Traditional Christmas Jug Jug

Cultural Context

Originating from Barbados, Jug Jug is a traditional dish served during Christmas celebrations, often made with a mix of meats and split peas. It reflects the island's culinary heritage and the importance of communal feasting during the holiday season. Today, Jug Jug is enjoyed not only in Barbados but also by the Caribbean diaspora, with variations adapting to local ingredients and tastes.

BajanBBmain
90 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1.5 pounds salt beef
2 turkey breasts
olive oil
black pepper
adobo
paprika
onion powder
garlic powder
homemade green seasoning
guinea corn flour
fresh herbs (thyme, oregano, parsley)
garlic
green onions
unsalted butter
unsalted chicken stock
canned pigeon peas
chopped onions

split peas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Lentils are lower in calories and quicker to cook.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while thighs are more affordable.

pork

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: ground turkey

Tofu offers a plant-based option, while ground turkey is budget-friendly.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: banana pepper

Jalapeños provide heat with less intensity, while banana peppers are milder.

1

Boil water in a pot.

2

Add 1.5 pounds of salt beef to the boiling water and cook until tender, about 2.5 hours.

3

Clean and massage 2 turkey breasts with olive oil and season with black pepper, adobo, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, and homemade green seasoning.

4

Bake the turkey breasts in the oven.

5

Prepare other ingredients including guinea corn flour and fresh herbs.

6

Heat olive oil in a pan and add chopped onions; cook for about 5 minutes while stirring constantly.

7

Add the cooked salt beef and remaining fresh herbs to the pan; cook for 2 minutes.

8

Turn off the heat and transfer the mixture to a blender; add unsalted chicken stock and blend to desired texture.

9

Return the blended mixture to the pan and add guinea corn flour; cook on low heat for 10-15 minutes while stirring constantly.

10

Add unsalted butter to the mixture before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Also Known As

Jug JugChristmas Jug Jug

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