Most people love Caribbean food, although it’s not sold that often in England, unless you live in a city. It’s pretty spicy with ‘jerk seasonings’ forming the base of most dishes.
It also features coconut milk a fair bit, so choose brands that guarantee the coconuts are not harvested by monkeys (Biona, Nature’s Harvest and Lucy Bee are all good brands).
Popular ingredients in Caribbean cuisine are plantains (like big savoury bananas), rice and peas, although with the main drink of rum, which is often used also in desserts.
Island Vegan is a unique book of recipes by a Caribbean chef, whose trips to Jamaica to see his family, influence the 75 recipes. The book also features dishes from Cuba and Puerto Rico.
Don’t eat cooked rice after 24 hours, nor fresh ackee (it can kill you!) Read more on food safety for people & pets (many ingredients like onion, garlic and spices are unsafe near animal friends).
Just bin onion and garlic scraps (also citrus and rhubarb) due to acids that could harm compost bin creatures).
The book focuses on wholefood ingredients that are packed with flavour. Recipes include:
- Jamaican Beefy Patties
- Tribi Doubles
- Beefy Tacos
- The Grand Rasta Pasta!
- Sunny-roasted Cauliflower
- Jamaican Noxtail!
- Island Gravy with Veggie Chunks
- Trinidad Tomato Choka
- Salt Phish!
- Cornmeal Porridge
- Callaloo Omelette
Growing up in a household where the aroma of Jamaican spices filled the air, I developed a profound appreciation for the soul-nourishing power of food.
My love for a good island flair on a plate led me beyond Jamaica. From Trinidad’s chana-filled doubles and Haiti’s savoury fried griot to Puerto Rico’s sweet caramel custard.
About the Author
Lloyd Rose is the founder of Plant Crazii, an Instagram account where he shares recipes and tips for the vegan lifestyle. He lives in Montreal (Canada).
