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Jamaican Ital Soup

Cultural Context

Jamaican Ital Soup has its roots in the Rastafarian diet, which emphasizes natural, plant-based ingredients. This soup is a celebration of local produce and embodies the philosophy of 'Ital,' meaning pure and clean. Traditionally, it is made without meat, focusing on vibrant vegetables and spices. Today, it is enjoyed by many, both in Jamaica and globally, as a nourishing and hearty meal.

JamaicanJMmain
45 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
1 cup yellow yam, diced
1 cup sweet potato, diced
1 cup Irish potato, diced
1 cup turnip, diced
1 cup squash, diced
2 cups carrots, sliced
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon thyme, dried
1/2 cup scallion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 scotch bonnet pepper, whole
1 cup coconut juice
1 teaspoon pimento seeds
1 teaspoon seasoning salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon all-purpose seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon vegetarian mix
2 tablespoons flour

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: soy milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and fat while providing a creamy texture.

red kidney beans

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Black beans are rich in fiber and protein, and canned beans save time.

1

Peel and chop yellow yam, sweet potato, Irish potato, turnip, squash, and carrots.

2

Place the chopped vegetables into a pot of water to prevent browning.

3

Add chopped onion, thyme, scallion, garlic, and scotch bonnet pepper to the pot.

4

Turn the heat to medium and bring the pot to a boil.

5

Add coconut juice and pimento seeds to the pot.

6

Season with seasoning salt, black pepper, all-purpose seasoning, garlic powder, and vegetarian mix.

7

Make dumplings from flour and add them to the pot.

8

Cook until all vegetables are tender and dumplings are cooked through.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

large potcutting boardknifemeasuring cupsstirring spoon

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

veganplant-baseddairy-freeegg-freegluten-freenut-freesoy-free

Also Known As

Ital SoupVegetarian Ital Soup

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