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Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 70 minutes. Allow 90 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: boneless pork shoulder, cut into 5 cm cubes, carrots, peeled and cut into chunks, parsnips, peeled and cut into chunks, white onion, sliced, garlic, minced. Equipment: Pressure cooker or Instant Pot, Cutting board, Chef’s knife, Wooden spoon, Measuring spoons, Measuring cups, Medium saucepan, Strainer.
Kitchen tip: For best results, marinate the pork at least 1 hour to enhance the flavor penetration.
Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 30 minutes. Allow 50 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.2 kg), water, medium onion, peeled and quartered, garlic cloves, smashed, lemon, halved. Equipment: large pot, cast iron skillet or grill pan, mixing bowls, knife, cutting board, tongs, measuring spoons.
Kitchen tip: Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is fully cooked and safe to eat, aiming for 74°C (165°F) internal temperature.
Preparation takes 15 minutes. Cooking takes 25 minutes. Allow 40 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 150g/5 oz each), ground cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, chili flakes (adjust to taste). Equipment: Large mixing bowl, Heavy skillet or cast iron pan, Wok or large frying pan, Tongs or spatula, Meat thermometer.
Kitchen tip: Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels before marinating to ensure the skin crisps properly.
Preparation takes 15 minutes. Cooking takes 30 minutes. Allow 45 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: chicken thighs, white vinegar, smoked paprika, ground cumin, dried oregano. Equipment: pressure cooker, large skillet or wok, mixing bowl, knife, cutting board, measuring spoons, measuring jug.
Kitchen tip: For best flavor, marinate the chicken for at least 1 hour if time allows.
Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 45 minutes. Allow 65 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, full-fat coconut milk, large onion, finely sliced, garlic, minced, fresh galangal, thinly sliced. Equipment: large deep skillet or Dutch oven, knife, cutting board, wooden spoon or spatula, measuring spoons, measuring cup.
Kitchen tip: For a richer flavor, marinate the chicken in spices and a little coconut milk for 1 hour before cooking.
Preparation takes 25 minutes. Cooking takes 35 minutes. Allow 60 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: pork shoulder or pork loin, cut into 2.5 cm thick slices, jerk seasoning paste or homemade jerk marinade, ripe plantains (yellow to black), peeled and cut into 1.5 cm thick slices, vegetable oil, for frying plantains, fresh callaloo leaves, washed and roughly chopped (or substitute spinach). Equipment: grill or grill pan, large frying pan or skillet, mixing bowl, tongs, knife, cutting board.
Kitchen tip: For extra smoky flavor, grill the pork over charcoal if possible.
Preparation takes 45 minutes. Cooking takes 25 minutes. Allow 70 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: beef sirloin, berbere spice, mitmita chili powder, onion, garlic. Equipment: large mixing bowl, large non-stick skillet or cast-iron pan, medium mixing bowl, whisk, clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, large frying pan for greens, measuring spoons, spatula.
Kitchen tip: Use fresh, high-quality beef sirloin for best tenderness and flavor.
Preparation takes 15 minutes. Cooking takes 15 minutes. Allow 30 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: lean beef sirloin or ribeye, cut into 2 cm cubes, berbere spice blend, mitmita chili powder (optional), vegetable oil, onion, thinly sliced. Equipment: large skillet or wok, kitchen knife, cutting board, wooden spoon or spatula, measuring spoons.
Kitchen tip: Marinate the beef ahead of time to deepen the flavor.
Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 30 minutes. Allow 50 minutes in total. Makes 2 servings. Key ingredients: snapper, garlic, minced, fresh thyme leaves, scotch bonnet chili, sliced (optional, for heat), ground allspice. Equipment: steamer or large pot with steaming rack, medium saucepan, large skillet or frying pan, mixing bowl, knife, cutting board, measuring cups and spoons.
Kitchen tip: If fresh callaloo is not available, substitute with spinach or Swiss chard for similar texture and flavor.
Preparation takes 25 minutes. Cooking takes 50 minutes. Allow 75 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: beef chuck, coconut milk, vegetable oil, shallots, garlic cloves. Equipment: pressure cooker, blender or food processor, steaming basket or steamer, knife, cutting board, wooden spoon.
Kitchen tip: Use fresh spices whenever possible to maximize flavor.
Preparation takes 15 minutes. Cooking takes 45 minutes. Allow 60 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, carrots, peeled and cut into 2.5 cm (1 inch) pieces, parsnips, peeled and cut into 2.5 cm (1 inch) pieces, sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 2.5 cm (1 inch) cubes, garlic, minced. Equipment: oven, baking sheet or roasting pan, mixing bowl, measuring spoons, knife, cutting board.
Kitchen tip: For extra crispy skin, pat chicken thighs dry and avoid overcrowding on the pan.
Preparation takes 10 minutes. Cooking takes 15 minutes. Allow 25 minutes in total. Makes 2 servings. Key ingredients: salmon, skin-on, asparagus, trimmed and cut into 5 cm pieces, snap peas, trimmed, baby carrots, halved lengthwise, garlic, minced. Equipment: frying pan, tongs, knife, cutting board, spatula, plate.
Kitchen tip: Dry the salmon skin thoroughly before cooking to ensure crispiness.