Mannish Water
Caribbean

Mannish Water

This invigorating soup, brimming with goat, green banana, and yam, is a traditional antidote for life's excesses.

Hard4 hours

Where it comes from

Mannish water is a staple at Jamaican celebrations, particularly in rural areas like the Maroon communities, famous for their goat delicacies.

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What goes into it

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How it's made

  1. 1

    Boil goat meat with garlic, thyme, and allspice until tender.

  2. 2

    Add diced yam, green banana, and pumpkin to the pot.

  3. 3

    Incorporate scotch bonnet and onion, simmering until vegetables are soft.

  4. 4

    Mix in spinner dumplings, cooking until they float to the top.

  5. 5

    Season with salt and pepper before serving.

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