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Jerk Wraps

Cultural Context

Originating from Jamaica, jerk seasoning is a vibrant blend of spices traditionally used for marinating meats. Jerk wraps showcase this beloved flavor in a portable format, making it a popular choice for street food and casual dining. Today, variations abound, with many opting for different proteins or vegetarian options, allowing this dish to be enjoyed by a wider audience.

JamaicanJMmain
30 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 large sweet potato
1 courgette
1 aubergine (eggplant)
olive oil
Cajun seasoning
cilantro (coriander)
halloumi cheese
1 tomato
1 red onion
lime juice
coleslaw

jerk chicken

🥗Healthier: grilled tofu

💰Cheaper: grilled chicken thighs

Tofu is lower in calories and suitable for vegetarians.

flour tortillas

🥗Healthier: whole wheat tortillas

💰Cheaper: corn tortillas

Whole wheat tortillas add fiber and nutrients.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese maintains flavor with fewer calories.

hot sauce

🥗Healthier: salsa

💰Cheaper: homemade hot sauce

Salsa is fresh and can be made with inexpensive ingredients.

1

Cut the sweet potato into chip-like pieces and parboil in boiling water until softened.

2

Cut the courgette into thirds and the aubergine in half, then slice.

3

Heat a griddle pan with a little olive oil and add Cajun seasoning to season the pan.

4

Chop cilantro and add it to the hot pan.

5

Slice halloumi cheese and grill it in the pan.

6

Add the courgette and aubergine to the pan and cook until tender.

7

Add the parboiled sweet potatoes, chopped tomato, and red onion to the pan with jerk seasoning and a bit of liquid from the sweet potatoes.

8

Squeeze fresh lime juice into the mixture and stir to combine.

9

Prepare the wrap by layering grilled halloumi, the vegetable mixture, and coleslaw on a tortilla.

10

Fold and roll the tortilla to enclose the filling.

Cooking Techniques

grillingslicingrolling

Equipment Needed

griddle panknifecutting boardmixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Jerk Chicken WrapsSpicy Jerk Wraps

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