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Burnt Sugar Browning

Cultural Context

Burnt Sugar Browning, originating from Jamaica, is a staple in Caribbean cooking, used to add color and flavor to dishes like stews and sauces. This technique reflects the resourcefulness of Caribbean cuisine, transforming simple ingredients into a rich, flavorful component. Today, it is embraced globally, often used in various culinary applications beyond its traditional roots.

CaribbeanJMother
10 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
brown sugar
water
vanilla extract
salt
1

Turn on the flame to medium heat.

2

Use a stainless steel spoon to scatter 1/2 cup of compact brown sugar in a hot aluminum pot.

3

Allow the brown sugar to break down without stirring for about 3 minutes.

4

Once the sugar starts breaking down and bubbling, reduce the heat to medium.

5

Begin stirring the sugar as it turns into a liquid, keeping it on medium heat.

6

Continue stirring as the sugar darkens, ensuring it doesn't burn.

7

When the sugar is fully liquid and dark, reduce the heat to low.

8

Carefully add 1 cup of water to the liquid sugar, then remove it from the heat.

9

Allow the mixture to cool for about half an hour.

10

Once cooled, pour the mixture into a bottle for storage.

Equipment Needed

aluminum potstainless steel spoonbottle

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Also Known As

Burnt Sugar Browning

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