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Naseberry fruit health benefits (Sapodilla)

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  Naseberry season is technically over, but the sweet, brown-sugar flavor of this tropical powerhouse is hard to forget. While you might know this fruit as Sapodilla or Chikoo , here in the Caribbean, we know the superior variety as Naseberry . And it is, without a doubt, a premium fruit: the perfectly sized, smooth-skinned ones you see in this post cost me $800 a dozen to secure. Sapodilla (Chikoo) is more than just a delicious sweet treat it’s a powerhouse of nutrition that offers a wide range of health benefits. Whether eaten fresh, blended into smoothies, or used in desserts, this sweet and fiber-rich fruit can be a great addition to any healthy diet. The $800 Sapodilla: What Makes the Naseberry Variety So Special? Most of the fruit sold internationally as Sapodilla is small, but the pristine, large fruit that commanded a premium price tag is a unique variety. This superior quality which locals identify as the Naseberry  is prized for its immense size, clean skin, and...
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Jamaican Sweet Corn Drink

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  If you ask most Jamaicans about Jamaican sweet corn drink with condensed milk , you might get a confused look. This recipe isn’t popular across the island and many people from other parishes have never heard of it. But in Clarendon and Manchester, this sweet corn drink is a quiet classic. It’s one of my father’s all-time favourite beverages. His version uses sweetened condensed milk not the healthiest choice, but that’s exactly how he loves it. I’m sharing his traditional method below, along with options so you can make it your own using evaporated milk, almond milk, or your preferred sweetener. Why You’ll Love This Corn Drink Unique Jamaican heritage drink from Clarendon & Manchester Requires only a few pantry ingredients No blending needed just mix, chill, and enjoy Rich, creamy, refreshing, and perfect served cold  Corn Drink Recipe (One Serving)  Ingredients 1 can (20 oz) sweet corn 2 tbsp sweetened condensed milk A dash of grated nutmeg ...
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Jamaican Brown Stew Chicken

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 Jamaican Stew Chicken is a versatile dish, perfect for breakfast or dinner. In Jamaica, we don't typically eat lunch unless we're at work, and stew chicken is often considered a healthier option compared to fried chicken due to the smaller amount of oil used. Ingredients: 3 lbs. chicken (half cut into medium-sized pieces) 1 tsp. white vinegar (to wash chicken) 2 cups water A pinch of salt 1 tsp. Maggie All Purpose seasoning 1 tsp. paprika 1 tsp. Old Bay seasoning 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper 1/2 tsp. food browning (adjust as needed) 1/4 tsp. ground pimento or a few crushed pimento seeds (optional) 1 large onion (diced) 1-inch piece of ginger (peeled and diced, optional) 2 cloves garlic (crushed and diced) A few slices of hot pepper (to taste) 2 tbsp. vegetable oil (or oil of your choice) 2 cups water (for cooking) 1 tbsp. ketchup (optional) Recipe Details Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus 1 hour marination) Cook Time: 45–50...
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