10 Interesting Fact About Caribbean Cuisine

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• Caribbean food is strongly influenced by original culture, such as arawak, torto, and carib.
• Plants such as sweet potatoes, bananas, and mangoes are often used in caribbean dishes.
• Lime is the main ingredient in many caribbery dishes, such as Jerk Chicken and Ceviche.
• Bread is a staple food in the Caribbean, with variants such as patty bread, canai bread, and johnny bread.
• Sea food, such as fish, shellfish, and shrimp, are often used in caribbean dishes.
• Spices such as garlic, ginger, and chili are very common in Caribbean cuisine.
• Some Caribbean dishes, such as Jamaican Ackee and Saltfish, are considered national food in certain countries.
• Rum is a drink that is often associated with Caribbean, and is used in several dishes such as Jerk Chicken and Black Cake.
• The Caribbean has a culinary influence from Africa, India and Europe.
• Some Caribbean foods, such as bread and goat meat, are influenced by Indian cuisine.