Jamaican Restaurant, Jamaican Food, Bronx, NY

Jamaican Restaurant

JAMAICAN RESTAURANT IN THE BRONX FOR OVER 35 YEARS!

JAMAICAN RESTAURANT. FAMILY RESTAURANT. FAMILY RECIPES. GREAT TASTE.


3580 Bronxwood Ave Bronx, NY 10469

For over 35 years our family owned, and operated restaurant has been serving great tasting authentic Jamaican cuisine.

From locals, to customers who have traveled from all over the world; to your favorite athletes, celebrities and entertainment personalities!

It is easy to see why we appreciate our loyal customers and; happily, welcome new faces and fans, It is our honor to share our family recipes with you on a daily basis.

Come in, and enjoy yourself!

If you’re unfamiliar with us or Jamaican and Caribbean food, here is a little history to warm up your taste buds!

Jamaican Food and Caribbean Food
 
The Caribbean is one of the world’s most popular tourist destinations, but there’s much more to it than that. Jamaica and the rest of the islands have one of the planet’s most diverse culinary cultures. Here, we’ll look at some of the places from which the Caribbean draws its traditions and how they’ve influenced Jamaican cuisine.

Local Influences
Many ingredients commonly used in Jamaican cooking were originally grown by the island’s natives. Vegetables such as sweet potatoes, cassava root, and scotch bonnet peppers are frequently found in today’s island-inspired dishes.

Europe
The Spanish invasion of Jamaica (then known as Xaymaca) in the 1400s did much to shape the island’s culinary future. The Spanish brought many plants for which the country is now known, such as coconuts, limes, lemons, and sugar cane, as well as goats, cattle, and pigs. Settlers brought traditional Jewish fare such as escovitch fish, while the 17th century’s British colonialists brought numerous sweet pastries and sugar production, which is why Jamaica became famous for its rum. Gradually, the Spanish got into the West African slave trade, and those slaves brought foods such as okra, ackee, peas, and peanuts, which are all modern Jamaican staples.

Africa
With Britain’s colonization came the African slave trade and native cuisine. Classics such as jerk sauce trace their origins to dishes served in West Africa. The continent is also home to the ackee fruit, which is a key component in ackee and saltfish (Jamaica’s national dish). Callaloo was another crucial African contribution; this hot mixture of Amaranth, spinach, and other greens can easily be customized with a range of island flavors.

East Asia
As the British empire reached its peak in the 1800s, thousands of Hakka Chinese people were brought into Jamaica as a labor force. Though the ethnic violence of the 1970s caused many Chinese-Jamaican people to leave, their culinary influences remained. Foods like Cha Chi Kai, Jerk Chow Mein, and rice all play a substantial role in island cuisine.

India
Thousands of Indian laborers were brought into Jamaica during the 19th century as part of the British colonization effort. These travelers introduced many well-treated, strong spices to Jamaicans’ palates, and these flavors really work to tie dishes together.
Today, we enjoy a range of Caribbean curries that use Asian recipes and traditional island flavors. 

Modern Food Preparation and Consumption Methods
Islanders typically prepare foods in many of the same ways Americans do, including boiling, drying, baking, seasoning, and roasting. However, Rastafarians do not use metal utensils, instead using wooden or clay. Many Rastas avoid the consumption of dried or canned foods, artificial colors, and additives.

Foods for Every Occasion
Most Jamaicans (over 80%) are Christian, and may celebrations have religious overtones. Christmas on the island has a tropical, laid-back vibe, from its songs to its food. Christmas dinner is a huge feast, which typically includes traditional favorites such as curry goat, jerk chicken, and rice and peas. Preparations start months in advance, as Jamaicans bake specialties like the Black Jamaican Cake. Here, fruits are soaked in rum for a minimum of two weeks. After the cake comes out of the oven and is allowed to cool, the rum-soaked fruit is poured over the cake, making a delicious treat. At Frank's Soupbowl in The Bronx NY, we have our homemade favorite black cake all year for your enjoyment!

The Ingredients That Make Jamaican Food So Special
Jamaica’s official motto “Out of many, one people” is an attestation of the people’s multicultural roots. Islanders have African, Chinese, European, Indian, Middle Eastern, and South American ancestries, and sometimes, these roots intertwine in a single household. Jamaican food reflects the country’s rich heritage by combining rich local flavors and exotic seasonings. In the sections below, you’ll learn about some of the ingredients we use to create your island-inspired favorites.

Curry Powder
Coming to the island along with East Indian indentured servants during Britain’s colonization efforts, curry has become uniquely Jamaican. There are a few slight differences between Jamaican and Indian curry powders, most notably the presence of allspice. In most cases, cooks use store-bought rather than homemade curry powder. The island’s most popular dishes include curry shrimp, curry lobster, curry goat, and curry chicken patties, where the chicken is curried.

Pimento Berries (Allspice)
Dehydrated pimento berries resemble peppercorns and are a crucial component of a delicious jerk dish and Jamaican food as a whole. Pimento wood is sometimes used to smoke jerk-style meat; the sticks are laid over the heat source, while the meat (typically pork or chicken) sits on top of the wood pile and is infused with special flavors. Pimento berries are also used in jerk rubs and seasonings. The berries, also referred to as allspice, are found in nearly every Caribbean kitchen and main dish.

Coconuts
The humble coconut is used in Jamaican cuisine in numerous ways. Young coconuts are mostly used for their refreshing water, while mature coconuts are used to make oil for cooking and flavoring. You can also taste the flavor of coconut in the very popular rice and peas side dish famous in Jamaica. Finally, coconut flakes are used in candy, cakes, and other sweets. Despite what you may have heard, coconut oil is heart-healthy; it raises HDL (good) cholesterol while potentially lowering the risk of heart disease.

Saltfish
It’s part of the country’s official dish, and it’s typically made of cod or other white fish that’s been cleaned, filleted, and dehydrated before being preserved with salt. Bought by the chunk in island stores, it should be soaked overnight before use. Saltfish is a popular breakfast food, and it’s made in various ways. However, one of the most well-loved dishes is saltfish fritters, otherwise known as “stamp and go”. Come to Frank's SoupBowl in The Bronx, NYC location to try this local delicacy for yourself!

Ackee
As the other component in Jamaica’s official dish, ackee plays a crucial role in the country’s traditional cuisine. Ackee trees grow wild on the island, and they’re easily noticed for their large red fruit. Though ackee is delicious, special care must be taken during preparation as certain parts are toxic. After the fruit opens naturally, the flesh is removed, prepared, and boiled. It’s often sold in bags by street-side vendors, and it’s also sold by the can in stores. It somewhat resembles scrambled eggs, and its taste is rather plain if it’s not seasoned properly. We always ensure we season our food in Jamaica and we follow that motto at Frank's Soupbowl. Ackee is a common sight on a Jamaican breakfast table and it’s usually served with fish, onions, and Scotch bonnet peppers and food.

Gungo Peas
This small brown bean is another Jamaican staple. Typically bought dry and by the pound, gungo peas are also sold in cans. They’re usually used in gungo pea soup, which includes dumplings and beef. However, they’re often used as a substitute in rice and peas.

Tamarind
You can’t go into a Jamaican supermarket without seeing large bins of locally grown tamarind. It’s used to flavor sauces, and many islanders enjoy sugar-crusted tamarind balls. 

Callaloo
This lush green plant grows almost everywhere on the island; in fact, many people pick it by the roadside or grow it in small home gardens. Callaloo is a staple in many Jamaican recipes, and it’s usually prepared simply. Most of the time, it’s simply cut up and boiled, but our cooks add their own unique spice blends to give it a special flavor. Callaloo typically accompanies dishes like codfish, and it’s often served as a breakfast side.

Scotch Bonnet Peppers
On some nights, the warm air is perfumed with Scotch bonnets as families prepare evening meals. Grown in home gardens or bought by the bag in supermarkets, Scotch bonnet peppers pack quite the punch. Drop a whole pepper into a pot of soup or stew and allow it to simmer or mince it and use it in a jerk-style rub. 

Cornmeal
An old-fashioned staple, cornmeal is popular for its versatility and low cost. It’s usually added to hot water and stirred to make pudding or porridge, with plenty of herbs and seasoning added. For a sweet treat, some cooks mix it with raisins, nutmeg, and coconut milk before baking.

Breadfruit
The unassuming breadfruit is used in several ways in Jamaican cooking. It can be roasted, steamed in rich coconut milk, or boiled. The flesh of the breadfruit can be turned into a type of flour, which is often used to make bread. Ripe fruits are often used to make pudding, patties, wine, punch, and cakes.

Ginger Root
With a trip through Jamaica’s Blue Mountains, you may find ginger growing wild in the bush. Ginger root is used as a seasoning in many Jamaican recipes. Many cooks use it to make drinks such as sorrel, a Christmas drink that includes hibiscus plant, rum, sugar, ginger, pimento berries and a bit of lime. This rich red beverage is a staple at holiday parties. For the best sorrel in The Bronx, come to Frank's Soup Bowl!

Otherwise, ginger root is used as a seasoning in many dishes and as a digestive aid and an ingredient in other home remedies.

Avocados
Native to the Caribbean, Central America, and Mexico, avocados have a permanent place on the Jamaican table. Most islanders eat them with bulla (a sweet cake) or with hard dough bread, but some enjoy them in salads or as a simple side dish.

Cassava
Also known as manioc or yucca, cassava is commonly used in tapioca pudding. It has numerous health benefits, such as skin smoothing, cataract prevention, and reduced cancer risk. It’s full of vitamin C and iron, and it’s also a great source of heart-healthy magnesium. It’s gluten-free, which makes it a great side dish for those with celiac disease.

Star Apples
These luscious fruits appear in colors ranging from green to dark purple, and all have a soft, pulpy core. Star apples offer a bit of sweetness and satisfaction, though it’s best to avoid the bitter skin. The pulp is often combined with sweet milk to create a traditional dessert known as “matrimony”.

Plantains
While they look much like bananas, they’re different in that they must be cooked before eating. Plantains have different nutrients as well; by the ounce, they contain much more potassium than similarly sized bananas. The plantains used in Jamaican cuisine may help to prevent or treat ulcers, minimize constipation, and minimize the risk of heart disease. Fry them for a perfect side item to your main meal or eat alone.

Jamaican Food: Fusion, Flavor, and Fun
The easiest way to describe island and Jamaican food is as a fusion of world cuisines. When immigrants arrived on the island, they brought their own recipes and ingredients, combining them with fresh fish, seafood, meat, and produce to create a range of exotic new tastes, most of which are still enjoyed today.
Essentially, Jamaican food is an artful blend of delicious flavors. If you’ve never experienced the tastes and sensations of Caribbean cuisine, there’s no better time than now!

Read on to learn more about some of Jamaica’s most popular soups, sides, and main dishes. Or, you can visit us today at 3580 Bronxwood Ave Bronx, NY 10469. Or call 718-519-9277

​Ackee and Saltfish
If you’re looking for a traditional Jamaican breakfast, ackee and saltfish is a great choice. Though ackee is Jamaica’s national fruit, it’s not native to the island; it has its origins in Africa. As with many other things on the island, the dish has its roots in colonialism.

The fruit itself is easy to cultivate, but it must be prepared carefully because of the presence of toxins in certain parts. The flesh of the ackee fruit is boiled for this dish, but it’s so common in Jamaica that it can be bought fresh or canned. In fact, many Jamaicans pick ackee that grows wild by the roadside.

Jamaica’s first ackee tree was grown from West African seeds brought by a slave ship captain. The tree’s common name comes from the Akan akye fufo, and the fruit contains three small black seeds surrounded by yellow flesh and a skin that deepens into a rich red color. Once the fruit ripens and reddens, it opens to reveal the seeds and flesh. Because the fruit contains toxins, it shouldn’t be harvested until it opens.

Ackee isn’t common outside of the island, but Ghanaian people use the tree’s flowers to make perfumes and soaps. In some parts of Africa, ackee pods are ground up and thrown into the water, drugging fish and making them easier to catch. Today, ackee is prevalent in South Florida and most Caribbean countries.

Saltfish is a European import that’s usually made from cod, but any whitefish may be used. The fish is filleted, then dried and salted for preservation. 

When preparing this traditional Jamaican breakfast, the fish is soaked until almost all the salt is gone. Then, it’s chopped up and added to the already-boiled ackee. The mixture is sautéed in a blend of spices and vegetables such as tomatoes, onions, and scotch bonnet peppers. Ackee and saltfish is often served with other dishes such as callaloo, bammy, and breadfruit.

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Cornmeal Porridge
A traditional favorite among islanders, cornmeal porridge is a great way to start the day. If you like hot breakfast cereals, you’ll love this flavorful blend of cornmeal, milk, nutmeg, cinnamon, and vanilla, cooked into a rich, creamy porridge and served piping hot. Jamaican cornmeal porridge is a good option for the sick and the young, as it provides fast nourishment and energizes the body. Cornmeal porridge is so popular that it’s often sold by the roadside during the morning commute, and Bob Marley gave it a shout-out in his hit song No Woman, No Cry. 

Cornmeal porridge is a breakfast staple simply because it’s creamy, delicious, and simple to make. It’s usually the first “real” food babies are given when they’re being weaned. Many Jamaicans dip pieces of hard dough bread in their porridge bowls, and some even break up the bread and allow it to soak in all that warm, creamy goodness.

Sometimes referred to as “pop” or “cog”, cornmeal porridge is one of the most common breakfasts in Jamaican homes. Not only is it filling and delicious, but it is also easy and quick to make. By adding the cornmeal to very cold milk (and stirring frequently), your porridge will come out creamy and smooth every time.

Though some people use water to make porridge, traditional Jamaican recipes call for milk. Cornmeal porridge is often sweetened with condensed milk or sugar, to reflect the diner’s preferences. 

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Hominy Porridge
This creamy mixture of hominy corn, coconut milk, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla isn’t just for breakfast; it’s good at any time of day! You don’t have to go all the way to Kingston to enjoy a piping hot bowl of hominy porridge, because we’re cooking it up right here in The Bronx at Frank's Soup Bowl.

Hominy is a nutritious food that’s sold in various forms, but most Jamaican recipes use whole hominy kernels. One cup of whole hominy contains approximately 17% of the RDA (recommended dietary allowance) of fiber and five percent of the protein RDA. It’s also a great source of omega-6 fatty acids. Each cup contains:

• Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Phosphorus, Selenium, Zinc

White hominy contains other trace minerals, such as copper and calcium. Yellow hominy’s nutritional content is similar, but it contains more vitamin A than white hominy does.

The best and most flavorful kind of hominy porridge is a creamy, rich one where the kernels of corn have been boiled down to a soft, melt-in-the-mouth consistency. We’ll cook it up and spice it just right, with plenty of vanilla, nutmeg, and cinnamon. Let us serve you a hot bowl of hominy porridge and give you a real taste of the islands!

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Fried Dumplings
Fried dumplings have their origins in Jamaican colonization and slavery, where workers would pack fried biscuits to take with them on long journeys. Sometimes called “journey cake” or “Johnny Cake”, today’s islanders often enjoy fried dumplings with other breakfast dishes like ackee and saltfish, callaloo, or kidney. Here are a few nutrition facts about fried dumplings:

• They’re very calorie dense for their size.
• Dumplings are low in most minerals and vitamins, but they’re a great way to get some manganese in your diet.
• They’re low in sodium and saturated fat when prepared properly.
• Fried dumplings are high in carbs for energy but contain little fiber.

Fried dumplings usually come in two varieties. regular or a sweeter alternative that is festival. Festival dumplings are made with, sugar, and cornmeal, and they’re often served with jerk chicken, jerk pork, or other spicy Jamaican meats. Traditional dumplings are made with three ingredients: baking powder, flour, and salt. Both dumpling types are kneaded into a hearty dough, rolled into balls, and fried in lard or oil until they’re a deep golden color.

This staple food can be found on almost every table in the Caribbean. They’re simple; these fried, and buttery dough balls are great for breakfast or as a quick snack. Jamaican fried dumplings are fluffy and moist on the inside and very crunchy on the outside. We serve them just how you like them here at Frank's Soup Bowl. The best your every had!

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Whiting Fish
One of the best things about living in the Caribbean is that you can get fresh fish all year long. Whiting fish is a popular ingredient in many Jamaican fish dishes, and not only is it good for you, it’s delicious too. If you like delicate white fish without all the bones, that takes on the other flavors of a dish, you’ll love whiting. It’s commonly used in dishes such as:

• Escovitch fish: This classic is enjoyed year-round by jamaicans, but it’s a special part of Easter and Good Friday celebrations. A common version of the dish is made with whole fresh whiting smothered in Escovitch sauce, which contains onions, carrots, pimento, and peppers soaked in spices and vinegar.
• Fish tea: This isn’t the kind of tea you’d drink out of a tiny little cup. Fish tea is a hearty, tasty soup filled with chunks of whiting and island flavors in every bite.
• Brown stew fish: This dish is bursting with flavor and it’s one of our favorites. A popular choice in the islands, brown stew fish features fried whiting fillets (or whole fish or snapper) that’s simmered in a brown sauce with peppers, onions, tomatoes, and island spices. Usually, it’s served with ground provisions or rice and peas.

Whiting is an excellent source of magnesium, protein, and vitamin B. Every 100g serving (about the size of the average filet) contains approximately 90 calories, 18g protein, 72mg sodium, 67mg cholesterol, and just one gram of fat, making whiting a relatively healthy choice.

Whiting is a versatile fish that’s perfectly suited to use in Jamaican dishes. Try one of our whiting entrees today!

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Fried Codfish or Saltfish
In the islands, salt fish or bacalao is a meaty, fresh white fish (typically cod) that’s been preserved through drying and salt curing. To prepare it for cooking, it must be re-hydrated and stripped of most of its salt through overnight soaking and boiling. This is a delicate process; if too much salt is removed, you’ll end up with a plain-tasting piece of fish.
Saltfish is low-fat and high in protein, but it’s also high in sodium because of the way it’s processed. 100g or three ounces of saltfish contains about 140 calories, .9g fat, 33g protein, and 400mg sodium. The RDA for sodium is 2400mg for those without heart disease, kidney disease, or high blood pressure. Nutritionists suggest that people with those conditions limit their consumption of saltfish.

Along with cod, other fish are dried and salt-cured, including shark, snapper, and pollock. The name “salt cod” has become a generic term for other types of dried fish, even if they’re not codfish.

Saltfish is prepared in various ways in Jamaica, but frying is one of the most common methods. With the “cook up" version, we mean that the fish is sautéed with onions, tomatoes, hot peppers, and thyme. When the fish is prepared this way, we usually serve it with fried dumpling or festival. As a meal great for lunch and dinner time with ground provisions or rice.

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​Rice and Peas
Even though you’re in New York City, you can enjoy the flavor of the Caribbean with a hearty plate of rice and peas. Though this dish has a place in the hearts of Jamaicans everywhere, few people know the origins of this savory dish. Here are a few surprising facts about Jamaican rice and peas.

• The dish has its origins with the Akan tribe from Africa’s Ivory Coast and Ghana. This dish is still enjoyed there today. Known as Waakye, it is a bit different from the Jamaican version. While the Akans use baking soda and sorghum leaves, islanders flavor their rice and peas with pepper and thyme.
• Rice is a key part of this island staple. It also has its roots in African culture, and slaves brought their recipes to Jamaica before passing them down through the generations. To adjust to their new environment, slaves cooked familiar foods such as rice and peas.
• This dish has a nickname: Coat of Arms. 
• Sunday is the most common day to serve rice and peas. This practice is yet another that has its origins in slavery. Back in the 18th century, slaves only got one day off, which was Sunday. On that day, they served their best foods, one of which was our beloved rice and peas.

Rice and peas is one of the most popular dishes in all of Jamaica. From one generation to another, islanders have been fiercely devoted to this simple dish, and there are few occasions where it’s not on the menu. Along with its status as a Sunday entrée, rice and peas are a common sight at funerals, weddings, festivals, and other special events. Why wait until Sunday to try them? We’re dishing up hot rice and peas right now here at Frank's Soup Bowl daily!

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Oxtail
What we are known for here at Frank's Soup Bowl other than our soups!
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When you think of Jamaican food, jerk chicken is probably one of the first things that comes to mind. However, that’s not the only savory, spicy meat dish the island is famous for. Take oxtail for instance; if you’ve never had the meaty, rich goodness of a Jamaican oxtail dish, you’re really missing out.

Oxtails are not from an ox. Oxtails refer to the tail of a steer/cow that is cut into chunk pieces. The meat is usually tough and fatty but once cooked down, the meat is very flavorful and can be described as gelatinous. It is very important to cook the oxtail properly to get maximum flavor. 

But around the world they are eaten as main entrees and stews from China and Korea to Jamaica and the USA. Oxtails for a long time have been a staple in soul food cooking. 

A 3.5-ounce serving contains approximately 260 calories, 130 of which come from fat. Because we usually serve oxtail as part of a stewed dish, the calories you consume will depend mostly on other ingredients such as garlic, vegetables, onions, peas, and seasonings.

There are just over 14 grams of fat in an average oxtail serving, 5.5 of which are saturated. Oxtail has no trans fats, but a serving does contain 141mg of cholesterol. Because we usually serve oxtail in our stew version, the actual fat content may vary.

An oxtail serving contains no carbohydrates and 233mg of sodium. In a 3.5-ounce serving, you’ll find almost 31g of protein, which is crucial for energy as well as muscle growth and development.

Oxtails can expensive to buy. Initially before they became very popular, they were an inexpensive meal. Most recipes call for oxtails to be slowly simmered on a cooktop or braised for hours in the oven which can cost time and money.

If you can’t make it to the island, we’re serving up a variety of oxtail dishes right here in NYC. We take the gelatin-rich meat from the tail of a steer or an ox, cooking it low and slow. With our soups and stews, the rich flavor of oxtail really comes through. Come and taste it for yourself!

Delicious oxtail in The Bronx? Enough said. Searching for the best oxtails or Jamaican restaurant near me, look no further than Frank's Soup Bowl! 
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Fried Chicken
Though fried chicken is considered a Southern staple, it’s popular all over the world. In the islands, we put our own twist on this classic dish by using spices such as ginger, allspice, scotch bonnet pepper, and thyme. You’ll find fried chicken on most Jamaican restaurant menus, and we’re offering it right here at Frank's Soup Bowl in the Bronx.

Americans were not the first people to deep-fry chicken; it was done in Europe back in the Middle Ages. However, Scottish settlers refined the practice, bringing their recipes to America and the islands. While the Scots provided the method for frying chicken, African slaves made it into the delicious dish we love today. As slaves came to Jamaica, they added their own seasonings and spices, making it into an island staple.

If there’s one place on Earth where fried chicken is a popular food choice, that place would be the Caribbean Islands. Every cook has his or her own way of preparing it, and all of them claim to have the best fried chicken on the island. Stop by our location in the Bronx to taste the Soupbowl difference!

Jamaicans have a unique way of cooking and serving fried chicken, and if you haven’t tried it yet, you should. With our own unique blend of spices, you’re sure to come back for more.

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Jerk Chicken
The term “jerk” was originally used to describe the process by which meat was dried and cured. It derives from a language spoken by Peruvian natives, who called dried, preserved meat “charqui”. There’s still another theory that the term “jerk” explains how grilled meat is repeatedly flipped.

Over the years, jerk became a way to spice food, either as a marinade or a dry rub. Though jerk recipes vary by location, most Jamaican cooks include thyme, hot peppers, spices, onions, and garlic, as well as nutmeg, cloves, ginger, and cinnamon. Vegetable oil and citrus juices are commonly used in jerk marinades.

In most Jamaican jerk seasonings, Scotch bonnet peppers are used. They’re much like the habanero, but they’re a little different. Scotch bonnet peppers are a special strain, and they’re slightly smaller and less hot than their habanero relatives. In any case, habaneros and Scotch bonnets may be used interchangeably in Jamaican jerk cooking.

If you’re following a low-carb or keto diet, our jerk chicken is a great choice. Because it pairs so well with vegetables and simple salads, there’s no need to order higher-calorie choices. Though grilling meat slightly increases the risk of exposure to certain chemicals, we combat that by marinating and rubbing our chicken in special seasonings before it’s cooked.

Though any meat can be prepared with the jerk method, we’re famous for our jerk chicken. We’ll use our unique spice blends to impart a special flavor before cooking the meat over a fragrant wood fire.

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​Curry Chicken
Jamaican curry chicken is another one of those classic dishes that will leave you wanting just a little more. It’s prepared in much the same way as other curry meat dishes, but it cooks a bit more quickly. When you’re ordering fried chicken, we suggest having it with a hearty spoonful of curry chicken gravy.

Curry powder is a flavorful blend of spices with origins in India. It can be hot or mild, depending on the level of spiciness you prefer. It contains a few common ingredients: cumin, chili peppers, turmeric, and coriander. Some powders have additional ingredients, such as ginger, mustard, black pepper, nutmeg, fennel, and cloves.

Though Jamaican and Indian curry powders are somewhat similar, there’s one important difference. We add allspice, which comes from pimento seeds and imparts a wonderful flavor to curries and jerk sauces. Jamaican curries aren’t as spicy as the Indian variety; we usually add our own spiciness with Scotch bonnet peppers.
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If you can’t find any authentic Jamaican curry powder, we invite you to visit us in NYC at 3580 Bronxwood Ave Bronx, NY 10469 or call (718) 519-9277 and get a plate of our curry chicken. Though it’s not as spicy as others make it, we think you’ll like its unique flavor. Besides, you can always add some hot pepper sauce to turn it up. We usually serve it with white rice, rice and peas, food, or dumplings.

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Brown Stew Chicken
Whether you’re from the island or you just want to experience the flavors of Jamaica, our brown stew chicken is a can’t-miss dish. It’s popular not just in Jamaica, but also in Antigua, Barbados, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Saint Lucia, and Trinidad and Tobago, and it’s easy to see why.

Brown stew chicken gets its name and its color from the way it’s prepared. The chicken is browned in rich browning sauce, which creates a thick gravy to which vegetables like carrots, garlic, and onions are added. Many cooks add scallions, tomatoes, and thyme to their pots as well.

Most times, the chicken is marinated overnight in a blend of spices. Then, it’s sautéed in oil until it’s nice and brown. In the same pot, we’ll add the vegetables, a little bit of water, and a healthy dose of garlic. As the chicken stews in that rich gravy, we’ll cook up a pot of rice and peas. Try your brown stew chicken with some sliced avocados and tomatoes or some fried plantains. We know you’ll love it!

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Curry Goat
Jamaica’s flavorful curry dishes are a holdover from its Indian population. After the abolishment of slavery, more than 40,000 Indians came to work the island’s plantations. Over time, they intermixed with the native population, and their influence is still felt in the spicy, savory curry dishes we eat and serve.

Curry goat is a wonderful combination of tender meat and unique spices, marinated and then slow-cooked for maximum tenderness. Goat meat is a popular choice among NYC’s Hindu and Muslim community members, simply because they don’t consume beef. The flavor of goat meat is very rich and appealing, and when it’s cooked properly, it’s really quite tender.

To prepare the dish, chunks of bone-in goat meat are slow-simmered in a fragrant blend of hot peppers, onions, cumin, turmeric, thyme, scallions, and ginger. We’ll serve it up hot with sides of rice and peas, callaloo, and fried plantains.

Searching for the most flavorful and tender curried goat or Jamaican restaurant near me, look no further than Frank's Soup Bowl! 
We are located at 3580 Bronxwood Ave Bronx, NY 10469 or call us at 718-519-9277. 
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Cow Foot
Though most people would never think of cooking a cow’s feet, they’re quite the delicacy in Jamaica. In fact, once you’ve had our cowfoot, you’ll wonder why you didn’t try it sooner. Our customer's here at Frank's Soup Bowl in The Bronx say it's the "best cowfoot in the world". Read on to learn how it became a staple in Jamaican cuisine or stop by 3580 Bronxwood Ave Bronx, NY 10469 to try it today!

In the 1600s and 1700s, during Jamaica’s plantation era, upper-class residents would take the most desirable parts of the animals being butchered. That left the “fifth quarter”, or the tail, skin, head, internal organs, and feet, to the slaves. These workers made the best of it, creating delicious dishes that are enjoyed by many in the islands, no matter which social class they’re from.
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Sometimes, cowfoot is substituted for oxtail, simply because it’s available in greater supply. It’s cooked in much the same way, being stewed in a blend of thyme, scallions, salt, black pepper, and Scotch bonnet peppers. However, our cowfoot recipe is special because it also comes with butter beans, which give the dish a unique flavor. It’s usually served with rice, yams, bread, potatoes, and dumplings.

Searching for the world's best cowfoot or Jamaican restaurant near me, look no further than Frank's Soup Bowl! 
We are located at 3580 Bronxwood Ave Bronx, NY 10469 or call us at 718-519-9277. 
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Steamed Fish
There’s just something special about Jamaican steamed fish. Though it can be prepared with any firm, mild-tasting white fish, snapper is a popular choice among islanders. The fish is braised in a buttery, rich sauce full of herbs, spices, and fresh vegetables. Like many other Jamaican dishes, steamed fish is a rumored aphrodisiac. We’ll let you decide that one for yourself!

Most cooks prepare steamed fish with a few simple ingredients:

• Whole, fresh fish, Lemon/Lime/Vinegar (to clean),Butter, Salt and pepper, Carrots, Bell peppers, Scotch bonnet peppers, Onions, Garlic, Thyme, Scallions

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After the fish is rubbed inside and out with a cut lime, it’s rinsed in cold water. All the ingredients except the fish are boiled and simmered for a few minutes. Then, the fish is added and allowed to cook for another half hour or so. It’s usually served with boiled green bananas, ground provisions, white rice, or crackers.

Fish dishes are very popular in Jamaica, particularly among those who don’t eat much meat. You’ll find steamed fish on almost every restaurant’s menu, and we’re proud to bring it to you here in the Bronx at Frank's Soup Bowl. We’ll bring you all the flavors of the island without using too much salt. Our flavors are a direct result of the natural seasonings and methods we use to prepare our foods. With our recipes, the flavor of the fish really shines through.

There’s only one word to describe what our steamed fish tastes like: It tastes delicious! With plenty of flavor, a spicy kick, and fresh, mild-tasting fish, this dish will simply melt in your mouth. Try it today!

Searching for the best steamed fish or Jamaican restaurant near me, look no further than Frank's Soup Bowl! 
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Brown Stew Snapper
Jamaican cuisine includes a range of fish and seafood dishes, one of which is brown stew snapper. This delicious dish is made with simple, fresh ingredients and it’s easy to prepare. The recipe uses brown sauce or browning, but some cooks use soy sauce instead. Brown stew snapper sauce is the perfect accompaniment to a side of hot, fragrant rice. We use ingredients such as:

• Whole snapper, Scallions, Tomatoes, Chopped bell pepper, Fresh thyme, Whole garlic, Chopped onion, Scotch bonnet peppers, Allspice or Pimento, Salt and pepper, Browning, Fresh oil, Vinegar, Lemon or Lime 

We’ll start by using the vinegar and lime to wash the fish, being sure to remove any scales before patting the fish dry. The fish is rubbed down with salt and pepper before it’s cooked. Once the oil is hot enough, we’ll add the garlic, Scotch bonnet peppers, and allspice before adding the fish to the pan.

Once the fish is fried to a golden-brown color on both sides, we’ll remove it from the pan, drain away the oil, and add the tomato, onion, bell pepper, more garlic, chopped hot peppers, thyme, scallions, and more allspice. Then, we add water, browning, and a pinch of salt. As the pan simmers, the liquid will thicken, creating a rich gravy that perfectly complements the golden-fried fish. Our brown stew fish is best served with rice and peas or vegetables of your choice.

Searching for the best brown stew fish or Jamaican restaurant near me, look no further than Frank's Soup Bowl! 
We are located at 3580 Bronxwood Ave Bronx, NY 10469 or call us at 718-519-9277. 
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​Jamaican-Style Chicken Soup
Like many other island dishes, Jamaican chicken soup was born of location and the need to feed large groups with ingredients on hand. However, our Jamaican-style chicken soup proves that good-tasting food doesn’t have to be expensive. We use the freshest ingredients to create a rich, tasty soup that appeals to all your senses.

Sometimes called Caribbean chicken soup, this flavorful mix uses herbs and spices to enhance the chicken’s flavor. Slow and low cooking tenderizes the meat for a bowl that’s full of richness and aroma. Though most places around the world have chicken soup recipes, we think ours is one of the best!

Most Jamaican chicken soups start out with a mashed pumpkin base, to which broth, butter, thyme, scallions, and Scotch bonnet peppers are added. Our soup may contain various chicken pieces as well as Irish potatoes, sweet potatoes, carrots, dumplings, and chunks of corn on the cob. It’s really a one-dish meal!

Soup is a common dish in Jamaica, and it’s found on most local restaurant menus. On the island, Saturdays are “soup days”, and this dish is a great choice for lunch or dinner. Stop by our location in the Bronx and we’ll bring the flavor of the island right to your table!

Searching for the best chicken soup or Jamaican restaurant near me, look no further than Frank's Soup Bowl! Home of the best tasting Jamaican soups in The Bronx!
We are located at 3580 Bronxwood Ave Bronx, NY 10469 or call us at 718-519-9277. 
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Jamaican-Style Goat Head Soup (Mannish Water)
Though it seems deceptively simple to make, most people have never tried Jamaican-style goat head soup. Also called mannish water, this dish is traditionally cooked outside over a wood fire. It gets its name from the fact that it’s prepared by men most of the time and has some "special" benefits, but we think it’s good for everyone.

Widely regarded as an aphrodisiac, mannish water is made from the goat’s head, intestines, testicles, and feet. These parts are carefully washed before they’re roasted over a fire. The meat is cut into pieces and mixed with coco, yam, green bananas, carrots, dumplings, Scotch bonnet peppers. Then, it’s cooked slow and low until it becomes the flavorful dish we all love. Goat head soup gets its signature flavor from the green bananas, as well as the smoked goat meat.

Mannish water is usually served as an appetizer, and it’s a popular choice at parties and weddings. We’ll serve it in a soup bowl with the sides of your choice. From the lines on Saturday it is easy to see why we have the best goathead soup in the Bronx!

Searching for the best tasting mannish water or goathead soup, look no further than Frank's Soup Bowl! Home of the best tasting Jamaican soups in The Bronx!
We are located at 3580 Bronxwood Ave Bronx, NY 10469 or call us at 718-519-9277. 
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Jamaican-Style Red Peas Soup
Our red peas soup is made with dry red peas that are soaked overnight. On the island, we refer to them as “red peas”, but you may know them as red kidney beans. This Jamaican family favorite is great for a quick lunch or a sit-down meal with family and friends. We use:

• Dry red peas, Salt beef, Whole allspice, Yam, Thyme, Scotch bonnet peppers, Scallions, Salt and pepper

After the peas are soaked overnight with the salt beef, we’ll drain them and remove the meat. The peas are boiled and allowed to return to a simmer before the meat is chopped into chunks and added to the pot with the allspice. Then, we add the thyme, yam, and hot peppers, allowing the soup to cook until the beans are soft. Finally, we’ll add the scallions and spinners (thin, long dumplings) before letting the soup simmer a little longer. Then, it’s ready to enjoy!

Searching for red peas soup that can't be beat? Searching for a Jamaican style soup restaurant near me, look no further than Frank's Soup Bowl! Home of the best tasting Jamaican soups in The Bronx!
We are located at 3580 Bronxwood Ave Bronx, NY 10469 or call us at 718-519-9277. 
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Jamaican Seafood Soup
Seafood soup is a popular Sunday dish that’s brimming with the flavors of fresh, locally harvested seafood. This one-pot meal usually includes a selection of seafood, as well as yellow yam, carrots, cho cho, Irish potatoes, and flour dumplings. We typically use:

• Water,Crab, Snapper, Clams, Squid, Shrimp, Cubed carrots, Pimento seeds (allspice), Garlic (and lots of it), Pumpkin or squash, Cho Cho, Yellow yam, Thyme, Scallions ,Diced onion ,Scotch bonnet peppers ,Sea salt, Fish tea soup seasoning blend, Irish potatoes, Chopped corn on the cob

The fish is boiled with cho cho, pumpkin, pimentos, salt, and garlic. While that’s going on, the onion and the rest of the garlic are sautéed before the shrimp, squid, and clams are added. Next, the spinners or dumplings are tossed into the pot. The soup simmers until the yams are thoroughly cooked, and many cooks add whole Scotch bonnet peppers for that extra little bit of heat.

Searching for a seafood soup full of seafood and veggies that can't be beat? Searching for a Jamaican style soup restaurant near me, look no further than Frank's Soup Bowl!

Home of the best tasting Jamaican soups in The Bronx for over 35 years!
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We are located at 3580 Bronxwood Ave Bronx, NY 10469 or call us at 718-519-9277. 
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Jamaican Desserts
Dessert is a great way to finish off a meal. Here are some popular sweet treats.

• Grater cake: This treat is made of sugar, coconut, and food coloring, and it’s often called “pink on top”.
• Gizzada: Sometimes called “pinch me round” because of the crimped edges, gizzadas combine the sweetness of coconut and sugar with the earthiness of nutmeg, all atop a buttery, light pastry.
• Blue drawers: Also called dukunu or tie a leaf, this boiled pudding consists of sweet potatoes, coconut, and green bananas, all wrapped in fresh banana leaves to give flavor and preserve its shape.
• Chocolate tea: No pre-packaged cocoa mix can quite compare to a hot, steaming cup of Jamaican-style chocolate tea. This delicious, yet soothing drink is prepared in the traditional way, by steeping balls of grated chocolate in spices and milk.
• Black Rum Cake: A moist and delicious rum flavored cake that you can enjoy with or without icing at any time!

Eat Healthy, Enjoy Jamaican Cuisine
Jamaican and Caribbean foods are quite the departure from conventional Western fare, and they can also be good for your diet. Whether you’re sitting down to a plate of spicy, fragrant jerk chicken, a steaming bowl of stew peas, or a dessert containing one of the island’s native fruits, you’ll be enjoying something that’s as healthy as it is tasty. Read on to learn what makes Jamaican food so healthy.

• Jerked meats are a menu staple. Though pork is the traditional choice, jerk fish and chicken are widely available. When meats are prepared in this way, you’ll get the flavor of the smoke and the spices without a lot of additional calories.
• Beans: Called “peas” in Jamaica, they’re a can’t-miss part of island fare. Red kidney beans are commonly found in a range of dishes, and they’re high in the soluble fiber and protein our bodies need. Peas are low-calorie as well; a half-cup serving only contains about 110 calories.
• Seafood: Jamaican cuisine uses a range of fresh seafood and fish. Snapper and whiting are quite common. Fish is low-calorie, low-fat, and high in protein.
• Vegetables and fruit: Traditional island veggies and fruits include limes, papaya, mangoes, callaloo, yam, starfruit, guava, and passionfruit. These fruits are rich in vitamin C and vitamin A, which are necessary for several bodily processes.

Misconceptions About Jamaican Food
Like some other common stereotypes about island culture, our food is subject to generalizations and misguided perceptions. However, most of these are far from true, and here, we’ll set the record straight while telling you how versatile and great Jamaican food can be. Here are some of the most common misconceptions about island cuisine.

• It’s too spicy: Though dishes such as jerk chicken can be quite spicy, it’s easy to change the level of spice to suit your palate. Our jerk dishes are mildly spicy to accommodate our wide-ranging customer base.
• Jamaican food isn’t healthy: This is yet another stereotype that doesn’t take into account the country’s diverse agricultural community. Some of Jamaica’s most popular dishes, such as rice and peas, ground provisions, and sweet potato pudding, are all loaded with calories, so they could be regarded as “unhealthy”. However, with a look at the full range of island foods, you’ll see that it doesn’t always have to be that way. The country’s tropical climate makes it the perfect place to grow vegetables and fruits or harvest wild seafood. In many instances, provisions are gathered right from the source and sold directly to customers in local farmer’s markets.
• Jamaican cuisine is excessively exotic: This is yet another long-standing misconception. Though we know that most tropical dishes have a flair not found in European or American offerings, Jamaican food is one of the most humble, down-to-earth cuisines you will ever enjoy. Islanders use the things the earth provides, from the wood used to smoke jerk chicken to the ground provisions served with ackee and saltfish. If you’re looking to eat like the locals do, you don’t have to go all the way to the island to do it. Visit us here in the Bronx @ Soupbowl for a real taste of Jamaica!
• It’s not vegetarian- or vegan-friendly: With a quick look at our extensive menu, this misconception will be dispelled. In fact, Jamaican cuisine is over half vegan/vegetarian. In the Rastafarian community, the term “ital” refers to foods that are vegan or vegetarian, with no salt added. Though we use plenty of meats in our soups, curries, and jerk dishes, the amount of ground provisions and vegetables we use is far greater. Plantains, callaloo, cabbage, rice, cauliflower, gungo peas, red peas, herbs, broad beans, herbs, fruits, and spices are all delicious and 100% appropriate for vegan and vegetarian diners.
• It’s too hard to find Jamaican food: That’s no longer the case, thanks to us! We are one of the first original restaurants in NYC. We’re proud to offer authentic dishes and local flavors that will make you think you’re sitting on the beach in Montego Bay or if you come from country!

There are quite a few misconceptions and stereotypes about Jamaican cuisine, not all of which are listed here. The best way to find the truth behind the myth is to try our food for yourself. Visit us today!

What Makes Jamaican Food So Good?
As you’re planning your trip to NYC, come by and soak up some island vibes over a hearty meal. Here, you’ll learn a few of the things that make the island’s cuisine so popular.

• It’s filling: Once you’ve had a big bowl of brown stew chicken or snapper, you’ll realize that it’s our goal to ensure that you don’t leave hungry. Jamaican-style soups are true one-pot meals, with ground provisions like carrots, sweet potatoes, and yams, as well as succulent meats that will tempt your taste buds. With healthy portions and quality ingredients, you’ll find it easy to eat your fill.
• There’s a dish for everyone: Whether you like your food bitter, sour, savory, spicy, or sweet, you’ll find a great choice on our menu. 
• It’s as unique and diverse as the island’s people: The Jamaican motto is “out of many, one people”, and it applies equally to the nation’s cuisine. Many of our favorite dishes have their origins in our people’s creativity, as well as their cultural and ethnic diversity.

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Though these are all great reasons to try Jamaican food, it, like most other notable world cuisines, is best experienced in person. The next time you’re here in the Bronx, stop by!

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Jamaican-Style Chicken Soup
Like many other island dishes, Jamaican chicken soup was born of location and the need to feed large groups with ingredients on hand. However, our Jamaican-style chicken soup proves that good-tasting food doesn’t have to be expensive. We use the freshest ingredients to create a rich, tasty soup that appeals to all your senses.
Sometimes called Caribbean chicken soup, this flavorful mix uses herbs and spices to enhance the chicken’s flavor. Slow and low cooking tenderizes the meat for a bowl that’s full of richness and aroma. Though most places around the world have chicken soup recipes, we think ours is one of the best!
Most Jamaican chicken soups start out with a mashed pumpkin base, to which chicken broth, butter, thyme, scallions, and Scotch bonnet peppers are added. Our soup may contain various chicken pieces as well as Irish potatoes, sweet potatoes, carrots, dumplings, and chunks of corn on the cob. It’s really a one-dish meal!

Soup is a common dish in Jamaica, and it’s found on most local restaurant menus. On the island, Saturdays are “soup days”, and this dish is a great choice for lunch or dinner. Stop by our location at 3580 Bronxwood Ave Bronx, NY 10469 and we’ll bring the flavor of the island right to your table!

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