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Manish Water

Cultural Context

Originating in Jamaica, Manish Water is a traditional soup often enjoyed at festive gatherings and special occasions. The dish is known for its hearty flavors and the use of goat meat, which is a staple in Jamaican cuisine. It is often prepared as a remedy for hangovers, showcasing the cultural belief in food as a source of comfort and healing. Today, Manish Water is celebrated both locally and in Jamaican communities abroad, with variations that may include different meats or vegetables.

JamaicanJMmain
90 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
goat header
goat belly
3 pieces garlic
salt
scallions
thyme
pimento seeds
3 cups flour
water
yellow yam
cocoa
green bananas
Irish potatoes
ram goat soup mix
Rock Hill spice seasoning
Scotch bonnet pepper

goat meat

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than goat.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, while evaporated milk is more budget-friendly.

1

Start by cleaning the goat meat and cutting it into pieces.

2

Prepare the pot with ashes or soap water to prevent burning.

3

Heat water in the pot until boiling.

4

Add the goat meat to the boiling water.

5

Add 3 pieces of garlic and salt to the pot.

6

Once the meat starts cooking, add scallions, thyme, and pimento seeds for flavor.

7

Prepare dumplings by kneading 3 cups of flour with salt and water until dough forms.

8

Peel and cut yellow yam into small cubes.

9

Peel and cut cocoa into small pieces.

10

Cut green bananas into small pieces, leaving some skin on.

11

Keep the cut vegetables in water to prevent oxidation.

12

Once the meat is tender, add yellow yam and cocoa to the pot.

13

Add the dumplings, making small round ones and spinners.

14

Add Irish potatoes to the pot and allow to boil.

15

Add green bananas last to prevent them from mashing.

16

Add a packet of ram goat soup mix, removing half of the noodles.

17

Add more scallions, thyme, and Scotch bonnet pepper for flavor.

18

Let it simmer until flavors are combined and taste for seasoning.

19

Add Rock Hill spice seasoning to taste before serving.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsimmering

Equipment Needed

large potknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Mannish WaterManish Water Soup

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