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58 recipes — each showing allergens, prep time, and servings. Page 2 of 3.

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Breadfruit Roast — Caribbean recipe Caribbean Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Breadfruit Roast

Whole breadfruit roasted over fire or in the oven until the skin chars and the flesh turns soft and starchy, a simple Caribbean staple.

60 min Serves 4
Dairy
Sweet Potato Pudding — Caribbean recipe Caribbean Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Sweet Potato Pudding

Grated sweet potato baked with coconut milk and warm spices into a dense, custardy Caribbean pudding.

90 min Serves 8 Kid-friendly
Dairy Wheat
Pasteles — Caribbean recipe Caribbean Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Pasteles

A Puerto Rican tamale-like dish of grated green banana, plantain, and yautía masa filled with achiote-seasoned pork and sofrito, wrapped in banana leaves and boiled.

210 min Serves 4
No listed common allergens
Puerto Rican Mofongo — Caribbean recipe Caribbean Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Puerto Rican Mofongo

Mashed fried green plantains with garlic and pork cracklings.

30 min Serves 4
No listed common allergens
Plantain Tart — Caribbean recipe Caribbean Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Plantain Tart

Satisfy your sweet tooth with these heavenly pastries, featuring a beautifully spiced, jam-like filling made from ultra-ripe sweet plantains enveloped in a tender, flaky crust!

75 min Serves 8 Kid-friendly
Dairy Wheat
Festivals — Caribbean recipe Caribbean Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Festivals

Jamaican-style sweet fried dumplings made from a simple flour, cornmeal, and sugar dough, shaped into logs and deep-fried until golden.

30 min Serves 4 Kid-friendly
Dairy Wheat
Cuban Picadillo — Caribbean recipe Caribbean Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Cuban Picadillo

A savory-sweet Cuban ground beef hash simmered with olives, raisins, and tomatoes, served over white rice.

40 min Serves 4
No listed common allergens
Conch Salad — Caribbean recipe Caribbean Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Conch Salad

Bahamian-style raw conch salad tossed with lime juice, onions, and peppers for a bright, citrus-cured ceviche.

20 min Serves 4
Seafood Shellfish
Pickapeppa Sauce — Caribbean recipe Caribbean Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Pickapeppa Sauce

A tangy Jamaican condiment made from cooked-down tomatoes, onions, mangoes, and vinegar with warm spices for a sweet-savory table sauce.

90 min Serves 4
No listed common allergens
Sancocho — Caribbean recipe Caribbean Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Sancocho

Dive into this deeply nourishing, rustic stew packed with a variety of slow-cooked meats, corn, and hearty Caribbean root vegetables. An absolute feast in a bowl that warms the soul!

150 min Serves 5
No listed common allergens
Gizzada — Caribbean recipe Caribbean Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Gizzada

Delight in these charming "pinch-me-round" Jamaican tartlets filled with a sweet, sticky, generously spiced grated coconut mixture. A wonderful tropical treat perfect for any occasion!

60 min Serves 8
Wheat
Ducana — Caribbean recipe Caribbean Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Ducana

Antiguan sweet potato and coconut dumpling wrapped in banana leaves.

60 min Serves 4 Kid-friendly
No listed common allergens
Arroz con Gandules — Caribbean recipe Caribbean Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Arroz con Gandules

Puerto Rican rice and pigeon peas cooked with sofrito, salted pork, achiote oil, and sazón for a savory, deeply colored one-pot dish.

45 min Serves 1
No listed common allergens
Jamaican Steamed Fish — Caribbean recipe Caribbean Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Jamaican Steamed Fish

A light Jamaican dish of whole fish gently steamed in a savory broth with okra, carrots, and aromatic herbs.

35 min Serves 4
Fish Dairy Seafood
Curry Goat — Caribbean recipe Caribbean Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Curry Goat

Relish the deep, intoxicating flavors of slow-cooked, tender goat meat coated in a luscious, aromatic Caribbean curry sauce. A festive staple that is sure to elevate your dining experience!

150 min Serves 5
No listed common allergens
Coconut Drops — Caribbean recipe Caribbean Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Coconut Drops

A chewy Jamaican confection of fresh coconut chunks cooked in spiced ginger sugar syrup and dropped to set into clusters.

35 min Serves 4
No listed common allergens
Pholourie — Caribbean recipe Caribbean Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Pholourie

Bite into these irresistible, deep-fried spiced split-pea dough balls that are delightfully crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. The perfect savory snack to dunk in sweet and tangy chutney!

45 min Serves 4
Wheat
Mauby — Caribbean recipe Caribbean Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Mauby

A bittersweet, spiced Caribbean beverage brewed from mauby tree bark and aromatic spices, served ice-cold and frothy.

30 min Serves 2
No listed common allergens
Barbados Flying Fish and Cou-Cou — Caribbean recipe Caribbean Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Barbados Flying Fish and Cou-Cou

National dish of steamed flying fish and cornmeal-okra pudding.

60 min Serves 4
Fish Dairy Seafood
Escovitch Fish — Caribbean recipe Caribbean Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Escovitch Fish

Enjoy a vibrant burst of flavor with this incredibly crispy fried whole fish, generously topped with a bright, tangy, and spicy pickled vegetable medley. A must-try Jamaican seafood sensation!

45 min Serves 4
Fish Seafood
Jamaican Patties — Caribbean recipe Caribbean Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Jamaican Patties

Treat yourself to these iconic golden, flaky pastries packed with a perfectly spiced, savory ground beef filling. These hand-held delights are bursting with rich Caribbean flavors in every bite!

75 min Serves 4
Dairy Wheat
Jamaican Brown Stew Chicken — Caribbean recipe Caribbean Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Jamaican Brown Stew Chicken

Chicken browned then stewed with scallion, bell pepper, garlic, and a fiery scotch bonnet pepper in a rich browning-sauce gravy.

75 min Serves 4
No listed common allergens
Bahamian Conch Fritters — Caribbean recipe Caribbean Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Bahamian Conch Fritters

Bite into these crispy, golden-brown fritters packed with tender chopped conch meat and savory island seasonings. They are the perfect irresistible appetizer to kick off any Caribbean feast!

30 min Serves 4
celery Dairy Wheat +2
Black Cake — Caribbean recipe Caribbean Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients.

Black Cake

A dense Caribbean fruitcake made from rum-soaked dried fruits and dark browning, baked into a rich, boozy holiday cake.

180 min Serves 8
Egg Dairy Tree nut +1

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