The Jamaican Veggie Patty NYC is Obsessed with! | Jamaican Street Food

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cornmeal

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content while cornmeal is often less expensive.

vegetable shortening

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: butter

Coconut oil is a healthier fat alternative, while butter can be cheaper and adds flavor.

mixed vegetables

🥗Healthier: fresh vegetables

💰Cheaper: frozen vegetables

Fresh vegetables are healthier, while frozen options are often more affordable.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos is often less expensive.

Enter Paul's Bakery and look around at the offerings.

Order a vegetable patty from the counter.

Receive the vegetable patty from the staff.

Observe the patty's appearance and describe it as spiced and flavored well.

Take a bite of the vegetable patty and express enjoyment of the taste.

Describe the outer texture of the patty as flaky and similar to a flatbread.

Comment on the filling, noting the presence of broccoli, cabbage, and carrots, and the balance of texture (not overcooked or too crunchy).

Reflect on the freshness of the patty despite being in a display case.

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