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I'm Romalee. I love food and travelling. I'm a Jamaican home and self taught chef! Get to see Jamaican and other cuisines from around the world! This blog is for anyone who loves to cook and for everyone who doesn’t. Enjoy the great recipes and feel free to connect with Roma’s Kitchen on all socials

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Jamaican Desserts, Pastries and Baked Goodies

COCONUT ROCK BUN

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Jamaican rock buns are a popular baked treat in Jamaica and the Caribbean. They are sweet, spiced, and have a distinctive crumbly texture. While the name might suggest a hard or dense consistency, Jamaican rock buns are actually quite tender and somewhat crumbly, similar to scones.            

 
          
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Jamaican Desserts, Pastries and Baked Goodies

JAMAICAN COCONUT GIZZADA / Pinch-mi-side

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Gizzadas are popular in Jamaican cuisine and are often enjoyed as a dessert or snack. They are a delightful combination of textures and flavors, with the crispiness of the pastry complementing the sweet and spiced coconut filling. Gizzadas are commonly made at home or purchased from local bakeries and are […]

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JAMAICAN GINGER BULLA CAKE

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Jamaican Ginger Bulla Cake is a tantalizing treat that encapsulates the rich and flavorful traditions of Jamaican cuisine. This delightful confection is a fusion of spice and sweetness, designed to ignite your taste buds and transport you to the vibrant Caribbean island. A dense, moist cake, the Jamaican Ginger Bulla […]

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Easter Recipes

JAMAICAN EASTER BUN II

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Prepare to be amazed by this Jamaican Easter bun

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Jamaican Desserts

Coconut Rock Bun

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The best Coconut Rock Bun recipe

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Jamaican Desserts

JAMAICAN TOTO / JAMAICAN COCONUT CAKE

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I have always loved eating Toto but I was never able to get the recipe right until now. Everything was on point, the texture and flavour too. You can enjoy a piece of this in the morning or it can also be a simple snack after dinner. Enjoy this simple […]

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Jamaican Desserts

GUINNESS CHOCOLATE CAKE

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We all deserve the best dessert! This Guinness Chocolate cake is the best! I have been playing with this recipe and now it’s perfect! I would say the yogurt is a must because it locks in so much moisture. Your cake will remain moist for several days ….Enjoy the recipe!

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Chinese/TakeOut

Pineapple Teriyaki Shrimp

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Jamaican Desserts

PUMPKIN NUTMEG ICECREAM

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Pumpkin lovers this one is for you! Not only will you get the earthy sweet flavour from the pumpkin but the combination of spices makes it even better!

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Pastries and Baked Goodies

BANANA BREAD

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If you’re thinking of tossing those overriped bananas, think again. Here’s the simplest recipe that’ll give you the most delicious and perfectly moist banana bread

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Jamaican Desserts

JAMAICAN RUM AND RAISIN ICECREAM

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This is the perfect Jamiacan Sunday dessert which might just be as good any other day of the week. Only 4 simple ingredients are needed and homemade is always better!

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Christmas Recipes, Pastries and Baked Goodies

Jamaican Sorrel Purée

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This new method for Sorrel Purée is packed with more flavours to give you a more delicious cake this Christmas or any time of the year!

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Christmas Recipes

CHRISTMAS STEAMED FRUITS

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Steaming your fruits for your Christmas Fruit Cake (Black Cake, Fruit Cake) or Sorrel Cake makes it better. As this is 100% homemade, you can add or subtract ingredients and make it 100% your own. Enjoy this recipe made easy in Roma’s Kitchen

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Jamaican Desserts

GUINNESS ICE CREAM

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Stout Ice-cream is my all time favorite and homemade is even better than store bought. Only 3-4 ingredients needed and absolutely no Ice Cream maker!

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Pastries and Baked Goodies

COCONUT CAKE

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This recipe will give the best homemade coconut cake. It promises to be super moist and delicious.

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Jamaican Cuisine, Jamaican Desserts

PLANTAIN JAM

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If you have ever thought about tossing those overripe plantains, DON’T! This plantain recipe is really yummy and it gives a really great spread.

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Breakfast

FRIED BAKES

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Fried bakes are perfect for breakfast. They can be stuffed with your favorite fillings. Soft on the inside and a little crispy on the outside

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Seafood Recipes

COCONUT SHRIMP with Piña Colada Dipping Sauce

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Coconut Shrimp is everything and this dipping sauce is definitely over the moon. The spiciness is just right topped with other great flavors.

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Jamaican Desserts, Pastries and Baked Goodies

Pineapple Coconut Cake/ Piña Colada Cake

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If you like Piña Colada, this cake will be perfect for you. Rich in flavor with little pieces of pineapple in every bite.

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MANGO ICECREAM

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The mango season is up on us so I am using up all these delicious mangoes to make all sorts of desserts! This mango ice-cream is rich is flavour, very creamy and of course “MANGOey”

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Jamaican Cuisine

CREAM OF PUMPKIN SOUP

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A rich and thick blend of pumpkin and spices! Perfect before a meal with a host of Caribbean flavors

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Pastries and Baked Goodies

MANGO CAKE/ MANGO LOAF

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This cakes brings the ultimate tropical vibe. Put all those mangoes in your household to use and make a MANGO loaf. This pretty easy to make as I was only playing around in the kitchen, put some ingredients together and this beautiful loaf of sunshine was beyond delicious!

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Chinese/TakeOut

KUNG PAO CHICKEN 宫保鸡丁

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Kung Pao Ji Ding 宫保鸡丁 is the perfect combination of sweet, sour and crunchy. This is in my top 3 favorite Chinese dishes. Good any day for lunch or dinner.

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Pasta

CHICKEN PASTA

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This is the perfect creamy pasta! A great choice for lunch or dinner!

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BAILEYS ICECREAM

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This is the perfect vibe for summer time. Rich and creamy with just the right amount of alcohol. The instant coffee together with the Baileys Irish Cream gives a unique flavor

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Chinese/TakeOut

PINEAPPLE CHICKEN

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Perfectly crispy chicken coated in a sweet & tangy sauce. You’ll feel like you’re on a tropical vacation when you serve this dish for dinner.

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Breakfast

SALTFISH FRITTERS

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Jamaican Saltfish Fritters is a classic Jamaican breakfast dish!

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OATMEAL CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES

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Chewy oatmeal cookies packed with chocolate chips are easy to make, and your family will love the combination of flavors. They make wonderful presents and store well for a perfect anytime treat.

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Easter Recipes, Jamaican Cuisine

JAMAICAN ESCOVITCH FISH

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Jamaican Escovitch fish is a dish where fried fish is topped with a spicy sauce and pickled vegetable medley. Best when eaten with Jamaican Festival Dumplings or Bammy.

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Easter Recipes, Jamaican Cuisine

JAMAICAN BAMMY

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Bammy is a traditional Jamaican cassava flatbread best when eaten with fish. Bammy is usually soaked in milk or water then fried to bring out all the great flavors. This is eaten a lot around Easter time with Jamaican Escovitched fish and on regular days, this is steamed and eaten with fish.

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JAMAICAN PEANUT DROPS \ PEANUT CAKE

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A Jamaican Classic Sweet Treat . Peanut Cakes or Peanut Drops can be found on the streets of Jamaica selling almost everyday. They are the perfect go to snacks

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JAMAICAN SWEET POTATO PUDDING

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Jamaican sweet potato pudding is a traditional dessert that uses simple ingredients but takes expertise to get an authentic homemade flavour and tantalizing texture Get the Jamaican Mixed Spice herehttps://amzn.to/3fnNLKi

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Pastries and Baked Goodies

SWEET POTATO DINNER ROLLS

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Sweet Potato Dinner Rolls are soft and fluffy with a slightly crisp and chewy crust and a hint of sweet potato goodness

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Jamaican Cuisine

CURRIED OXTAIL

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A spin off the traditional Jamaican Braised Oxtail. Just as delicious curried. Best served with rice and peas or plain rice.

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Jamaican Cuisine

STEW CHICKEN PASTA

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This is a combination of delicious Jamaican stewed chicken and penne pasta. Good any time of the day!

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Chinese/TakeOut

HONEY SESAME CHICKEN

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The best and easiest recipe featuring crispy chicken covered in sticky sweet and savory honey sauce, sesame oil, topped with sesame seeds.

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Pastries and Baked Goodies

JAMAICAN EASTER BUN

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Jamaican Easter Bun is a favorite snack of Jamaicans especially at Easter Time. This is usually eaten with cheese.

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JAMAICAN BEEF PATTY

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Jamaican beef patties are delicious flaky, golden puff pastry filled filled with a tasty spicy savory meat filling.

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JAMAICAN CORN BREAD

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The Jamaican cornbread is an island comfort food. Moist and delicious, made from refined cornmeal and other fresh ingredients. Good to go with any BBQ dish or simply by itself with a glass of your favorite drink.

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Christmas Recipes, Pastries and Baked Goodies

JAMAICAN BLACK FRUIT CAKE

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The Jamaican Black Cake is the traditional cake baked by most Jamaicans during the Christmas season. This usually has a combination of fruits soaked in and blended with Jamaican White Rum and sweet red wine then baked with a host of great spices! Even though this is a must have […]

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JAMAICAN GINGER BULLA CAKE

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Jamaican Ginger Bulla cake, usually referred to as bulla, is a popular treat in Jamaican , made with molasses and spiced with ginger, nutmeg etc. This is best eaten with avocado, cheese or butter.

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CARROT CAKE

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Carrot cake is cake that contains carrots mixed into the batter with other great spices. Good to eat any time.

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PLANTAIN BREAD

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Plantain Bread is a moist and delicious bread . Plantain Bread is very similar to a Banana Bread. The only difference it that you are using Plantain instead of Banana.

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Jamaican Cuisine

JAMAICAN FESTIVAL DUMPLINGS

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Jamaican festival dumpling is a type of street\comfort food eaten mostly with escovitch fish or Jamaican jerk chicken. The type of cornmeal and the amount used is important.

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Breakfast

EGG AND PLANTAIN FRITATA

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Egg and Plantain frittata is an omelet in which vegetables, plantains, and sometimes meat are mixed into the eggs and cooked together. Excellent breakfast dish All images used are owned by Roma’s Kitchen Get your all purpose seasoning here https://amzn.to/3vHPj9n Get your curry powder here https://amzn.to/3s7aYWr

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Christmas Recipes, Pastries and Baked Goodies

JAMAICAN SORREL FRUIT CAKE

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Jamaican Sorrel Fruit Cake is a spin -off the traditional fruit cake. The petals of the sorrel plant is used alongside a variety of fruits blended with and soaked in Jamaican Rum and Sweet Wine. This is perfect to eat during the festive season and any time sorrel is available to you.

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