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Jug-jug
A festive dish from traditional Barbadian celebrations, made with split peas and crushed corn, flavoured with salt pork and sage. A thick, comforting stew, typical of Christmas and New Year.
Ingredients
Ingredients
Garniture
Spices & seasoning
Optional extras
On the side
Instructions
- Soak the split peas and crushed corn in cold water overnight, then drain and rinse them.
- Fry the diced salt pork in the oil until golden and its fat has rendered.
- Add the sliced onion, crushed garlic and chopped sage, and let it sweat for 5 minutes.
- Add the peas and corn, cover with water to the same level and bring to the boil.
- Simmer covered for about 1 hour 30 minutes, stirring from time to time and adding water if needed.
- Add the potatoes cut into cubes and the chopped cabbage leaves, and cook for another 25 minutes.
- Mash a little of the mixture to thicken the stew, adjust the seasoning and serve piping hot.
Variations and tips
Pork-free version. Replace the pork with oil and a spoonful of smoked paprika to keep a smoky flavour.
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Original Ecomely recipe.

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