Jamaican Fruit Cake Is Perfect With Island Style Meals

By Betty Ward


Most people who love spicy foods may like Caribbean dishes that are rich with allspice, ginger, and maybe a hint of sweetness. There are a wide variety of dishes that will appease most palettes. From protein marinated in a blend of island spices to grains and vegetables that can be enjoyed as a side of main dish. However, most people who like this type of cuisine cannot get enough Jamaican fruit cake.

Also called black cake, this pastry was once saved for special occasions like weddings and winter holidays. However, since nonnatives have become fascinated with these dishes, there has been a growing demand for this sweet treat year round. There are even a few recipes that can be found online but some find that the authentic recipe is the best.

For those who are looking to make an impression on dinner guests, sometimes unusual dishes can be quite the conversation starter. However, for those who may not be acquainted with their kitchen, there are many places that will make and deliver these specialties to their home or office. There are many reputable operations that have high ratings online or may be recommended by others.

Most recipes call for a generous amount of dark rum or wine, along with a variety of spices and vanilla flavoring. Molasses gives it its dark color and ginger adds a kick not found in traditional rum cake. Although natives also call this black cake, there are some recipes that replace molasses with brown sugar for a slightly lighter color.

Other replacements may include the use of molasses, as some may prefer a dessert that looks more traditional. For some, fruit that has been dried can only be found during the holiday so using crushed pineapple is a common substitute. While some people like the challenge of finding the ingredients to make the most flavorful dessert possible, others often take another route.

The great thing about this dessert is that many restaurants and bakers sell this every day of the year. So a person does not have to wait until the holidays to get a little taste of the islands. As more people are becoming acquainted with authentic Caribbean cuisine, they find desserts are the best way to wind down a good meal.

These can also be good resources for those who want to make the fruit cake and other entrees. Most supermarket chains carry cooking products that may hint at Caribbean flavor but often need enhancements like more pepper or cinnamon. Having access to the real thing is better than having to improvise in the kitchen.

Another advantage to having these recipes and spices handy is being able to add flavor to traditional dishes. This is recommended for home cooks that love making new creations but it can be fun for the culinary novice as well. With a little practice, anyone can come up with a new meal discovery that have dinner guests begging for more.




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