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Boiled and Fried Provisions

Cultural Context

Originating from Jamaica, boiled and fried provisions are a staple in the island's cuisine, often enjoyed as a side dish or snack. This dish celebrates the local produce, particularly root vegetables, and reflects the resourcefulness of Jamaican cooking. Today, it is commonly served with various meats or enjoyed on its own, showcasing the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean.

JamaicanJMside
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
green plantain
sweet potato
edeto
ripe plantain
red pepper
yellow pepper
green pepper
tomato
shallots
onion
garlic
pepper
cilantro
1 and 1/2 tbsp garlic salt
butter
Cajun seasoning
all-purpose seasoning
black pepper
oil

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil adds healthy fats while margarine is a cost-effective substitute.

green bananas

🥗Healthier: plantains

💰Cheaper: regular bananas

Plantains provide a similar texture, while regular bananas are more affordable.

1

Peel and cut the green plantain and sweet potato.

2

Place the sweet potato in water to prevent it from browning.

3

Boil water in a pot and add the green plantain, sweet potato, and edeto.

4

Add 1 and 1/2 tbsp garlic salt to the boiling water.

5

Cook until the provisions are tender, then strain them.

6

Heat oil in a pot and add butter.

7

Add onion, red pepper, yellow pepper, green pepper, and tomato to the pot and cook for 2-3 minutes.

8

Add more butter to prevent the provisions from being dry.

9

Add garlic powder, seasoning salt, Cajun seasoning, and black pepper to the mixture.

10

Add the boiled provisions to the pot and fry everything together.

Cooking Techniques

boilingfrying

Equipment Needed

potfrying pot

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

ProvisionsFried DumplingsBoiled Dumplings

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