Top 13+ traditional Jamaican foods, according to a local
Ackee and Saltfish
Speaking of saltfish, Jamaica's national dish is one of the most popular Jamaican recipes to make this list. Ackee is a brightly colored fruit that is inedible until cooked. To prepare it, ackee must be boiled until tender and seasoned with salt, pepper and complementary herbs of choice. Saltfish, also known as codfish, is the meat component of this Jamaican recipe.
Curry Chicken
Like curry goat, curry chicken is a dish inspired by Indian influence in Jamaica. The chicken is cut into bite-sized portions, sprinkled liberally with Indian curry spices and sauteed in freshly cut herbs. It's a versatile dish that can be had for breakfast, lunch or dinner. The only unwritten rule is that curry dishes should be had with white rice instead of rice and peas, but everyone has their preference.
Coconut Water
Complete the Jamaican experience by downing some fresh coconut water from the fruit or the bottle. Coconut water is said to be a cleanser of the heart. We don't know how true that it is, but it is definitely refreshing. Have a refreshing sip with any of the Jamaican recipes in this list.
