Sweet potatoes are a type of root vegetable that is native to South America. They were first cultivated by the Incas, and later spread to the Caribbean and Africa via the Transatlantic slave trade. Yams, which most people mistake for the more common sweet potatoes, were essential part of African culture and diet. During colonization …
Side Dishes
If you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make side dish, look no further than this fried sweet plantains recipe aka platanos maduros fritos. It is perfect for Caribbean cuisine lovers or anyone who wants to add a bit of sweet and savory flavor to their meal. These sweet plantains are the perfect blend of sweet …
Have you ever cooked collard greens? If not, you're missing out! They are easy to cook and they taste great too! If you know what I'm about, then this blog post won't be a surprise to you. I'll tell you how to cook collard greens in different ways so you can experience their delicious flavor …
Have you ever made delicious jerk chicken? It's so good! And it's really easy to make. But what do you serve with it? I've got some ideas for you. Check out my blog post for some banging delicious ideas. Trust me, you won't be disappointed! Jerk Chicken along with brown stew chicken is like Jamaican …
This chickpea salad recipe is flavorful, plus quick and easy to make – perfect for a busy weeknight dinner! The leftovers taste just as good the next day, making it perfect for meal prep. Whether you're looking for a delicious and nutritious salad to bring to a potluck or cookout, or simply want a flavorful …
Looking for a delicious salad to add to your meal plan? Look no further than this black eyed pea salad with corn! This delicious salad is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner. Plus, it's got a kick of flavor that everyone will love. So give this recipe a try today! It's the perfect …
Craving delicious juicy fried chicken for your main course, but not sure what to serve with it, look no further! I'm your guy and have some of the best sides you can pair with your crispy chicken. For me collard greens and green beans come to mind as easy pairings. These are all easy side …
When it comes to BBQ side dishes, I like a variety of options. I want the classics like potato salad and baked beans but also like to mix in twists and newer dishes whether it be slaws or salads. You can’t forget the sweet stuff either and for you sauce lovers you gotta have a …
As I continue to make dishes rooted in South American cuisine, this Brazilian Collard Greens dish is one of my favorite. It's simple, quick, but has crazy amounts of flavor. Brazilians cut their greens into thin strips kinda like shredded paper. This allows for a very quick cook, ??? (15 minutes) sauted in an oil infused by smoked ham hocks, lots of garlic, and onions.
When I cook greens I don't even think about adding the greens to the pot until my stock has simmered all day and then sat another day in the fridge. Killer stock makes for extra nice potlikker and will take your collards from ashy to classy. Enjoy the greens, but don't forget to save the potlikker and use for just about everything. I drink a shot first for quality control.
I'm not looking to start any beefs with this jollof rice recipe as I know jollof can be pretty polarizing. I'm talking MC Shan vs. KRS 1 if you're Nigerian or Ghanaian. I'm just a brother who likes ethnic rice dishes with intense flavors. And of all the rice dishes from around the world, jollof from the motherland is by far the best. Paella, jambalaya, arroz con pollo, etc. I love them all, but they can't hold a candle to jollof. I've been in the lab working on my jollof skills and finally feel like I'm at a point where I can share. Enjoy!
Easy breezy Israeli-style couscous aka pasta pearls make for a quick great base for any dinner salad including this Israeli couscous recipe for citrus salad. This is a great way to get a simple yet delicious dish on the table for dinner tonight. Couscous whether pearl or grainy is simple and easy to make. But as …
This air fryer asparagus recipe provides a lot of bang with very little effort. Beyond the sheer convenience, it’s big on taste and achieves great texture. Asparagus is great anytime, but it’s a perfect side dish for a weeknight dinner. It also has enough celebrity status to enjoy on special occasions. The beauty of asparagus …
There ain't nothing more comforting than a big pot of creamy navy beans and ham! These are slowly simmered into a rich, deeply flavored bowl of Southern comfort. This is a very simple soul food recipe. It comes down to two ingredients plus a few add ons playing a supporting role. It's proof that humble …
A smashed cucumber salad makes your regular cucumber salad seem boring and basic as hell. There is room to level up pretty much anything. Cucumber salad is no exception. Texture matters in any dish in my humble opinion. Taste definitely prevails as #1 driver of food eating experience, but texture is not far behind and …
Checkout this dope collard greens dish that harmonizes flavors and melodies with our Smoky Southern Style Vegan Collard Greens recipe, perfectly paired with Spandau Ballet's iconic song "True." Dive into a world of soulful greens infused with smoky goodness, reminiscent of Southern comfort and heartwarming melodies. This recipe brings together vibrant collard greens, aromatic spices, …
Have you seen chicken wing prices lately? Oh well, I'm making crispy, kicked-up lemon pepper chicken thighs instead. These boneless skin-on chicken thighs are cooked quickly in the air fryer for a nice and quick comfort food main dish served on a busy weeknight. These lemon pepper chicken thighs are true to their name as …
This is a classic Southern soul food recipe for real deal Southern potato salad, the one that with get you elevated to potato salad duty for all family barbecues. It's the perfect side dish for any family cookout whether it be July 4th, general family gatherings, or your next family reunion. Potato salad is serious …
Steamed Jamaican Cabbage is simple, easy to prepare, and oh so delicious. It can be ready in under 30 minutes for a weeknight side dish that transports you on a visit to Jamaica. See Video in Recipe Card There are so many things to love about Jamaican steamed cabbage. Beyond the simplicity and ease of …
Savor the zesty flavors of Cuban style black beans infused with aromatic sofrito and orange zest cooked in your instant pot to save time. A delightful blend of savory and citrusy notes! Related Beans Recipe Posts: Indulge in the rich and vibrant flavors of Cuban cuisine with this banging recipe for black beans made with …
Southern green beans with salt pork and smoked bacon: a classic dish bursting with savory flavors. Tender green beans simmered to perfection, infused with the rich essence of salt pork and smoky bacon, creating a delightful Southern comfort side. Related Beans Recipe Posts: I love green beans, and if you're looking for a soulful Southern …
This fried brown rice might be as good as it gets. It’s quick and makes great use of flavorful soul food ingredients like black-eyed peas and collard greens for a great side or main dish recipe option. Though the greens and peas are uncommon ingredients for fried rice, they work, and work well. I often …
Well now, gather 'round, y'all, 'cause we're whippin up some downright goodness for y'all today! Today, we're about to embark on a flavorsome journey that's all 'bout takin' those humble cranberry beans and givin' 'em the soulful treatment they truly deserve. We're talkin' 'bout a vegan cranberry beans recipe that'll have your taste buds dancin' …
These Southern purple hull peas are the business! They are tasty, comforting, and an eating experience all in one making them that side dish you want on the Sunday dinner table. This dish falls somewhere between a stew and gumbo. The presence of fresh okra, provides that thickness and consistency the ancestors would be proud of. The …
Wow, mustard greens might be my new favorite leafy green vegetable. I’ve always been a collard greens man, but there’s something about the slightly peppery taste of mustard greens that just hits a little different. In many Southern households, mustard greens with bacon are a staple, especially during New Year's celebrations, symbolizing prosperity and good …
Stewed okra is an amazing concept in my opinion. It's proof that you only need a few ingredients to make a delicious dish. I've lost count, but this is another recipe installment for Food Fidelity's celebration of a non-existant Okra Month. You're likely to have all the ingredients you need on hand should you decide to make it.
As part of this year's Juneteenth celebration, I've collaborated with several other amazing black food bloggers for a Juneteenth Cookout Takeover. My contribution is these deeply flavored instant pot baked beans with bacon. They’re rich, smoky, and pack that candied bbq flavor that makes for a great batch of beans for your next barbecue. Join me in celebrating …
This braised cabbage is probably the best cabbage you'll probably eat. The hyperbole is legit. The cabbage is braised to delicious tenderness and flavored primarily with the fat cap from leftover smoked brisket. This is SOUL FOOD! The braised cabbage is absolutely wonderful and the brisket fat will make you want to forget about your …
You’ll want to make this microwave corn on the cob a key member of your weeknight side dish rotation. It’s quick, no fuss, and damn delicious. Juicy kernels stay intact and literally burst with flavor with each bite which is enhanced by the melted jerk compound butter. The compound butter you’ll have to make at …
My fellow flavor lovers, gather 'round! Your supreme flavor-phile, and I’m here to drop some soul-soothing beats straight from the kitchen. Today’s hit? A pot of Southern Pinto Beans slow-cooked with smoky ham hocks and a bold remix of Haitian epis seasoning. Oh yeah, we’re taking classic Southern comfort and turning it up to a …
Elevate your weeknight dinner with our easy Caribbean-style carrot curry. Made with pineapple juice, ginger, and coconut milk, it's a flavorful side dish that's quick to prepare and sure to impress! Related Other Curry Recipes: Ridiculously good carrot curry cooked simply on the stovetop for an incredible weeknight or even special occasion side dish. Experience …
Holiday side dish or just simply a quick and easy weeknight side, these instant pot carrots are your ticket! This is a two ingredient recipe and everything is cooked right in the instant pot making both prep and clean-up a simple act These carrots are ready in less than 15 minutes, yet the results will …
Discover this dope twist on a classic Jamaican Corned Beef and Cabbage recipe, featuring smoked corned beef brisket. This flavorful fusion combines the smoky, savory taste of Texas style smoked corned beef with the vibrant spices and rich traditions of Jamaican cuisine. Perfectly tender brisket melds with hearty cabbage and a blend of aromatic seasonings, …
Related Posts: Wassup peeps! If you've been looking for recipes with pigeon peas you've come to the right place. Today, I'm gonna take you on a flavorful journey to the heart of the Caribbean with my mouthwatering stewed pigeon pea recipe. Picture this: tender pigeon peas, simmered low and slow in a rich and aromatic …
This vegan collard green salad has it all - looks, texture, and most importantly flavor. This is the perfect specialty salad for your next celebration or family Sunday dinner. The salad blends different fresh vegetables and fruit and the vinaigrette helps bring out and balance the multiple flavors represented. There are lots of different ways …
You want that smoke? Well this charcoal baked purple sweet potato recipe is literally and figuratively fire! Delicious spuds, purple sweet potatoes are baked on top of hot coals and served topped with jerk butter and maple syrup. The sweetness of the potatoes are balanced against the savory heat from the jerk spice and …
Easy gourmet side featuring just two ingredients. The best part is the citrus caramelizes making the dish like a 2 for 1 - side + dessert.
If you’re from the South, then you know that black eyed peas are a must-have on New Year’s Day. Not only do they bring good luck, but they’re also delicious! This year, why not try making your own Southern black eyed peas? Using dried peas instead of canned options can enhance the flavor and allow …
Grilling vegetables should be a thing and grilled fennel should be at the top of the list. It’s a quick and easy action with flavor and texture. The beauty of grilled fennel is that it doesn’t require any other ingredients. The high heat minimizes the bitter licorice flavor while pulling out the sweetness. When paired …
One of my all-time favorite comfort foods is fried cabbage with bacon. It's a classic soul food dish that is simple to make, with little prep time, but oh so satisfying! This soul-stirring recipe will transport you straight to the heart of the deep South where a humble vegetable like cabbage can undergo a major …