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MY JAMAICAN SOUP | HOW I MAKE MY JAMAICAN STYLE SOUP USING NECK BONES AND CHICKEN FOOT

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Jamaican Soup

Cultural Context

Jamaican soup is a beloved dish that reflects the island's rich culinary heritage, often made with local ingredients like pumpkin and spices. Traditionally, it serves as a comforting meal, especially during cooler months or for family gatherings. Today, variations abound, with many opting for chicken, fish, or vegetarian versions, showcasing the island's adaptability and love for hearty flavors.

JamaicanJMmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 lb lamb neck
1 lb chicken feet
1 chicken bouillon cube
2 cups pumpkin
1 cup chocha
2 cups carrots
1/4 cup plain flour
1 teaspoon salt
4 cups water
1 cup coconut soup mix
1 cup pumpkin soup mix
1 tablespoon pimento seeds

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk is lower in calories while regular milk is more affordable.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Tofu is a great plant-based protein while canned beans are budget-friendly.

1

Boil water in a pan.

2

Add chicken feet and lamb neck to the boiling water.

3

Crumble in a chicken bouillon cube.

4

Let it come to a boil, then reduce to a slow cook for about an hour and a half.

5

Once the meat is tender, start prepping the vegetables.

6

Add pumpkin, chocha, and carrots to the pot.

7

Make dumplings using plain flour and salt, roll into balls and add to the soup.

8

Smash some pumpkin with a fork to enrich the soup's color.

9

Cover and cook for another 10-15 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

10

Season with thyme, black pepper, and crushed pimento seeds.

11

Add two packets of coconut soup mix and one packet of pumpkin soup mix, straining off excess powder.

12

Simmer until everything is cooked and ready to serve.

Cooking Techniques

boilingstewing

Equipment Needed

large potcutting boardknifeladle

Spice Level:

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Dietary

dairy-freegluten-freenut-free

Also Known As

Jamaican Pumpkin SoupJamaican Chicken SoupJamaican Fish Soup

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