Brown Stew Chicken in jamaica

Have you felt your mouth water and your stomach growl at the mere sight of a dish? Well, one look at Jamaica’s decadent Brown Stew Chicken and you’re sure to start salivating there and then. The dark, glazed colour of this royal preparation comes from the brown sugar and ketchup that the chicken is marinated and cooked with. A rich gravy is prepared to which onions, garlic, and pepper are thrown in, thereby creating a simmering masterpiece! A popular dinner meal throughout the English-speaking communities of the Caribbean islands, you’ve got to try this one out for a peek into authentic Jamaican cuisine. The dish is served with peas, rice, fried ripe plantains and sliced tomatoes – adding that extra bit of flavour, texture and aroma. What’s more, a garnish of finely chopped green onions adds to the aesthetics and crunch of the dish. So, are you ready for this delicate yet juicy meal, coated with aromatic spices and wholesome vegetables in a delicious brown stew seasoned with a Caribbean household staple?

Ingredients used 

To make the most authentic version of Jamaica’s Brown Stew Chicken, you will need the following ingredients.

• A cup of diced yellow onions
• 1 bunch of scallions, chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 teaspoons of dark brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon of browning sauce
• 2 sprigs of fresh thyme
• Half a teaspoon of sweet paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon of ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon of chili powder
• Kosher salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 8 boneless chicken pieces
• 3 tablespoons of canola or vegetable oil
• 4 cups of low sodium chicken stock
• 2 carrots, sliced
• Half a cup of chopped tomatoes
• Half a cup of ketchup
• Half a teaspoon of ground allspice
• 3 dried bay leaves

In terms of the ingredients unique to the region, allspice is commonly known as Jamaica pepper, myrtle pepper, pimenta or pimento. It is the dried unripe berry of Pimenta dioica! It brings a wonderful taste to all the food it seasons as it combines flavours of cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and pepper!

Best places to try the dish 

While vacationing in Jamaica, make sure you carve out some time for food hopping and culinary explorations. Because, it’s only when you try the food of a place that you fully understand its culture. One of Jamaica’s most iconic dishes is the Brown Stew Chicken - a rich, bold and flavourful curry that dazzles the senses. The very colour is a sight to behold, maroon and glossy. Think of it like those gravies that you just want to soak bread into! Since this item sits high on our list of foods to try, we’ve outlined some of the places that you can go to experience gastronomical joy. Head to Miss T’s Kitchen in Ocho Rios, Sips & Bites in Negril or Pepper’s Jerk Centre in Falmouth!

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