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This image shows a bowl of hearty Jamaican soup, packed with chunks of beef, colorful vegetables, and fresh herbs, offering a warming and flavorful meal.

Jamaican Soup Recipe

This hearty Jamaican soup is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that’s perfect for warming up on a chilly day. Bursting with savory spices, tender vegetables, and aromatic herbs, it’s a comforting meal that brings a taste of the Caribbean right to your kitchen.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Jamaican
Servings 3
Calories 255 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb 450g Beef stew meat, cut into chunks
  • 1 large Onion chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 large Carrot peeled and sliced
  • 2 medium Potatoes peeled and diced
  • 1 small sweet potato peeled and diced
  • 1 cup 150g pumpkin or butternut squash, peeled and diced
  • 1 cup 150g Corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
  • 1-2 Scotch Bonnet peppers whole (adjust for heat)
  • 1-2 sprigs fresh Thyme
  • 2-3 Bay leaves
  • 1 tsp Allspice
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • 1 tsp ground Pimento optional
  • 6 cups 1.4 liters Beef broth
  • 1 tbsp Soy sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable oil

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Meat: Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add beef stew meat and cook until browned on all sides.
    This image shows beef stew meat being browned in a large pot with vegetable oil, creating a flavorful base for the hearty Jamaican soup.
  • Sauté Vegetables: Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot. Cook until the onion is translucent.
    This image shows chopped onions and minced garlic being sautéed in the pot until soft and translucent, adding aromatic flavors to the soup.
  • Add Vegetables and Spices: Stir in carrots, potatoes, sweet potato, pumpkin, and corn. Sprinkle in allspice, paprika, ground pimento (if using), and salt and pepper. Mix well.
    This image shows diced carrots, potatoes, sweet potatoes, corn, and pumpkin being added to the pot along with allspice, paprika, and other spices to build the rich flavor of the Jamaican soup.
  • Simmer the Soup: Pour in beef broth, add Scotch bonnet peppers, thyme, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 45-60 minutes, or until the meat and vegetables are tender.
    This image shows the soup simmering with beef broth, Scotch bonnet peppers, fresh thyme, and bay leaves, allowing the flavors to develop as the meat and vegetables cook until tender.
  • Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or soy sauce if needed.
    This image shows the vibrant Jamaican soup, filled with tender beef, vegetables, and rich spices, being ladled into a bowl, ready to serve hot.
  • Serve: Remove Scotch bonnet peppers and bay leaves before serving. Enjoy hot!

Notes

  • For Extra Flavor: Searing the beef well before adding the vegetables enhances the soup’s depth of flavor.
  • Adjust Spice Levels: For a milder soup, remove the seeds from the Scotch bonnet peppers or use less of them.