These authentic and delicious Jamaican Breakfast recipes will make you feel like you’re on the island. From sweet to savory, these recipes are fulfilling and delicious.
Breakfast is one of the most important meals of the day and in when you’re craving a Jamaican breakfast, you’ll have plenty of options to choose from. Jamaicans pride themselves on their delicious food that’s prepared with love. Some favorite breakfast items include foods such as porridge, ackee and saltfish (Jamaica’s national dish), and local fruits.
Each of these recipes takes minimal prep and can be made in 30 minutes or less. Most are hearty and nutritious and the perfect meal to get the day started.
What does a typical Jamaican breakfast look like?
It depends on whose house you’re in, but in our Jamaican household, we loved porridge on the weekdays. Weekends were for big feasts and our spread included foods like ackee and saltfish, roasted breadfruit, and banana fritters.
What to drink during Jamaican breakfast?
Mainly fresh juice is served. You’ll also find coffee, and healthy morning drinks, like Milo and Horlicks.
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Here’s a list of 11 of the most popular breakfast recipes you will find in Jamaica.
Jamaican Breakfast Recipes
Jamaican Ackee and Saltfish
Jamaica’s national dish, Ackee and saltfish is a dish made with ackee, a fruit that is native to the Caribbean, and saltfish, which is dried and salted cod. Tomatoes, onions, and peppers are added to this dish to make it healthy and flavorful.
Vegan Ackee and Saltfish (Jamaican Breakfast Feast)
This version of Jamaica's national dish uses Hearts of Palm in place of the salted cod. It's perfect for those who would like a Vegan breakfast.
Jamaican Callaloo and Saltfish Recipe
Callaloo is a leafy green vegetable that is popular in Jamaican cuisine. It is often cooked with saltfish and served in place of ackee and saltfish. Serve it with fried or boiled dumplings.
Quick and Easy Jamaican Banana Fritters
These banana fritters are sweet and delicous. Made with only a few ingredients, it's the perfect grab and go breakfast item.
Roast Breadfruit
Breadfruit is another staple Jamaican breakfast item. Breadfruit, a large green fruit popular in the Caribbean, is usually roasted or fried. It's generally served with ackee and saltfish for breakfast.
Jamaican Corn Meal Porridge
There's nothing like a warm bowl of cornmeal porridge to start the morning. Made with fine cornmeal, coconut milk, spices, and condensed milk, this sweet yet hearty breakfast is enjoyed by many on the island.
Jamaican Green Banana Porridge (Creamy and Delicious)
Green bananas are popular in jamaican cuisine. Although green bananas are usually boiled and eaten as a side, this porridge required the bananas to be blended until smooth and then turned into a creamy porridge. It’s a delicious and warming breakfast.
Fried Sweet Plantains
There's nothing like a place of fried plantains. Generally served on the side, this sweet addition to the breakfast table is enjoyed by everyone. If you aren't a fan of frying, these air fryer plantains are a good option.
Jamaican Saltfish Fritters (Gluten Free)
These breakfast fritters are on the savory side. This recipe uses the ever so popular saltfish and other aromatics to make this dish flavorful. It's another grab and go breakfast item.
Jamaican Fried Dumplings
A must have side at your Jamaican breakfast is a fried dumpling. These dumplings are perfect for sopping up the juices of ackee and saltfish or callaloo and saltfish.
Caribbean Boiled Dumplings
Boiled dumplings are another popular Jamaican item. These are served during dinner or from time to time they will appear on the breakfast table. These are delicious when served with ackee and saltfish.
Mr Mc
Sunday 16th of July 2023
Good morning Kings and Princesses of Jamaica. Chosen from the Mother land of Africa. We are the best when it comes from our healing foods. Thank you for this Website that reminds us of God blessings.
Sharon Scott
Thursday 23rd of June 2022
I love my real authentic Jamaican food. Enjoy every one of these delicious tasty meals. These well known Jamaican dishes are always welcome to my table. Won't ever forget my culinary arts.
Imma
Monday 27th of June 2022
Happy to hear this , Sharon.
Blanca perez
Sunday 19th of June 2022
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