Distinguishing Characteristics of Food

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History of Jamaican Food

Jamaica has a history of cultural integration because it was under both Spanish and British control, and this brought African slaves to the island. Indians and Chinese were also brought to Jamaica for cheap labor after slavery was abolished. This mix of cultures created numerous culinary traditions that include foods from all around the world.

Popular Foods and Dishes

There are numerous Jamaican dishes and foods that are very popular some of which include Ackee (the Jamaican national fruit), salt fish (cured cod), curried goat, rice, fried fish, bammy (a flat, baked bread), patties (assorted fillings in a baked pastry), turtle soup, pepper pot (pork or beef with greens), plantains, peas, cow foot, goat head, and Jerk chicken.