Hello, Good News! Welcome to our blog, where we share with you some of the best recipes from the Caribbean cuisine. Whether you are looking for a quick breakfast, a hearty lunch, or a festive dinner, we have something for you. In this article, we will introduce you to some of the amazing grace kitchen recipes that you can make with Grace Foods products.
Grace Foods is a leading food company in the Caribbean, offering a wide range of products such as sauces, spices, beverages, snacks, and more. Grace Foods products are made with natural ingredients and authentic flavors, bringing you the taste of the islands. You can find Grace Foods products in many supermarkets and online stores, or you can order them directly from their website.
What are Grace Kitchen Recipes?
Grace kitchen recipes are recipes that use Grace Foods products as ingredients or accompaniments. Grace Foods products are versatile and can be used in many different ways to create delicious dishes. You can use Grace Foods products to add flavor, texture, color, or nutrition to your meals. You can also use Grace Foods products to make traditional Caribbean dishes or to give a Caribbean twist to your favorite recipes.
Grace kitchen recipes are easy to follow and suitable for all levels of cooks. You can find many grace kitchen recipes on the Grace Foods website, where they have a recipe A-Z section that covers various categories such as breakfast, lunch, dinner, dessert, beverages, and more. You can also find grace kitchen recipes on their YouTube channel, where they have videos of chefs and food bloggers demonstrating how to make some of their popular dishes.
Why Should You Try Grace Kitchen Recipes?
There are many reasons why you should try grace kitchen recipes. Here are some of them:
- You can enjoy the rich and diverse flavors of the Caribbean cuisine, which is influenced by various cultures such as African, Indian, European, and Asian.
- You can explore new ingredients and techniques that will expand your culinary skills and knowledge.
- You can make healthy and balanced meals that are high in protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
- You can save time and money by using Grace Foods products that are convenient and affordable.
- You can have fun and be creative by mixing and matching different Grace Foods products to create your own grace kitchen recipes.
How to Use Grace Foods Products in Your Cooking?
There are many ways to use Grace Foods products in your cooking. Here are some examples:
- You can use Grace sauces such as jerk sauce, curry sauce, coconut milk, or tomato ketchup to marinate, simmer, or glaze your meat, poultry, fish, or vegetables.
- You can use Grace spices such as jerk seasoning, curry powder, all purpose seasoning, or ginger powder to season your rice, beans, soups, stews, or salads.
- You can use Grace beverages such as tropical rhythms, coconut water, ginger beer, or sorrel drink to quench your thirst, boost your energy, or make cocktails or mocktails.
- You can use Grace snacks such as plantain chips, banana chips, coconut chips, or cheese crackers to munch on between meals or to serve as appetizers or desserts.
- You can use Grace canned foods such as ackee, callaloo, corned beef, tuna, or sardines to make quick and easy dishes such as ackee and saltfish, callaloo and rice, corned beef hash, tuna salad, or sardine sandwich.
Some of the Best Grace Kitchen Recipes
In this section, we will share with you some of the best grace kitchen recipes that you can try at home. These recipes are simple yet delicious and will surely impress your family and friends. You can find more grace kitchen recipes on the Grace Foods website or YouTube channel.
Ackee and Saltfish
Ackee and saltfish is the national dish of Jamaica and one of the most popular grace kitchen recipes. It is a savory dish made with ackee (a fruit that resembles scrambled eggs when cooked), salted codfish (or any other salted fish), onions,
garlic,
tomatoes,
scotch bonnet peppers (or any other hot peppers), thyme,
and black pepper. It is usually served with boiled green bananas,
dumplings,
breadfruit,
or hard dough bread for breakfast or brunch.
To make ackee and saltfish,
you will need the following ingredients:
- 1 can of Grace Ackee
- 1/4 lb of salted codfish (or any other salted fish)
- 2 tablespoons of Grace Vegetable Oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 medium tomato, chopped
- 1 scotch bonnet pepper, chopped (or any other hot pepper)
- 2 sprigs of thyme, chopped
- Salt and black pepper to taste
To make ackee and saltfish,
follow these steps:
- Soak the salted codfish in water for about an hour to remove some of the salt. Drain and flake the fish.
- Drain the Grace Ackee and set aside.
- Heat the Grace Vegetable Oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion, garlic, tomato, pepper, and thyme and sauté for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the flaked fish and stir to combine. Cook for another 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the Grace Ackee and gently fold it into the mixture. Cook for another 5 minutes, or until the ackee is heated through. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve hot with your choice of accompaniment.
Coconut and Cassava Bake
Coconut and cassava bake is a sweet and moist cake made with grated cassava (or yuca), coconut milk, sugar, butter, eggs, vanilla, nutmeg, and raisins. It is a traditional dessert in Trinidad and Tobago and other parts of the Caribbean. It is usually served with whipped cream or ice cream for a decadent treat.
To make coconut and cassava bake,
you will need the following ingredients:
- 2 lbs of cassava, peeled and grated
- 1 cup of Grace Coconut Milk
- 3/4 cup of brown sugar
- 1/4 cup of butter, melted
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg
- 1/4 cup of raisins (optional)
To make coconut and cassava bake,
follow these steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×9 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, combine the cassava, Grace Coconut Milk, brown sugar, butter, eggs, vanilla, nutmeg, and raisins (if using). Mix well.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until golden and firm.
- Let it cool slightly before cutting into squares.
- Serve warm or cold with whipped cream or ice cream if desired.
Jerk Chicken
Jerk chicken is one of the most famous grace kitchen recipes and a signature dish of Jamaica. It is a spicy dish made with chicken pieces that are marinated in jerk sauce (a blend of hot peppers,
onions,
garlic,
ginger,
allspice,
thyme,
and other spices) and then grilled or roasted over charcoal or wood. It is usually served with rice and peas,
coleslaw,
or festival (a fried cornmeal dumpling).
To make jerk chicken,
you will need the following ingredients:
- 3 lbs of chicken pieces (legs,
thighs,
breasts,
or wings) - 1/4 cup of Grace Jerk Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons of Grace Vegetable Oil
- 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons of vinegar
- 2 tablespoons of water
To make jerk chicken,
follow these steps:
- Rinse the chicken pieces and pat them dry with paper towels.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the Grace Jerk Seasoning, Grace Vegetable Oil, soy sauce, vinegar, and water.
- Pour the marinade over the chicken pieces and rub it well into the skin and flesh. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Preheat a grill to medium-high heat. Remove the chicken pieces from the marinade and discard the excess marinade.
- Grill the chicken pieces for about 15 minutes per side, or until cooked through and charred on the outside. You can also bake the chicken pieces in a preheated oven at 375°F for about 45 minutes, or until done.
- Serve hot withyour choice of accompaniment.
A Detailed Table Breakdown of Grace Kitchen Recipes
To give you a better idea of the nutritional value and cost of some of the grace kitchen recipes, we have prepared a detailed table breakdown for you. The table shows the calories, protein, fat, carbs, fiber, sugar, sodium, and price per serving of four grace kitchen recipes: ackee and saltfish, coconut and cassava bake, jerk chicken, and rice and peas. The table also shows the total amount of Grace Foods products used in each recipe and their cost. The prices are based on the Grace Foods online store as of August 2023 and may vary depending on your location and availability.
| Recipe | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fiber | Sugar | Sodium | Price |
| — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Ackee and Saltfish (4 servings) | 339 kcal | 25 g | 18 g | 20 g | 4 g | 3 g | 1010 mg | $3.16 |
| Coconut and Cassava Bake (16 servings) | 216 kcal | 2 g | 7 g | 37 g | 2 g | 15 g | 36 mg | $1.89 |
| Jerk Chicken (6 servings) | 287 kcal | 35 g | 13 g | 4 g | 1 g | 2 g | 1045 mg | $3.49 |
| Rice and Peas (6 servings) | 296 kcal | 9 g | 5 g | 53 g | 8 g | 3 g | 331 mg | $1.99 |
| Grace Foods Product | Quantity | Price |
| — | — | — |
| Grace Ackee (19 oz can) | 1 can ($2.99) |
| Grace Vegetable Oil (17 oz bottle) | 1/4 cup ($0.17) |
| Grace Jerk Seasoning (10 oz jar) | 1/4 cup ($0.83) |
| Grace Coconut Milk (13.5 oz can) | 1 can ($0.99) |
| Grace Coconut Chips (1.76 oz bag) | 1 bag ($0.99) |
FAQs about Grace Kitchen Recipes
In this section, we will answer some of the most frequently asked questions about grace kitchen recipes. If you have any other questions, feel free to leave a comment below or contact us through our social media channels.
What is the difference between jerk sauce and jerk seasoning?
Jerk sauce and jerk seasoning are both products that are used to make jerk dishes, such as jerk chicken, pork, or fish. However, they have some differences in their ingredients and usage.
- Jerk sauce is a liquid product that contains hot peppers, onions, garlic, ginger, allspice, thyme, vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, salt, and other spices. It is used to marinate or glaze the meat before or during cooking.
- Jerk seasoning is a dry product that contains hot peppers, onion powder, garlic powder, ginger powder, allspice, thyme, salt, and other spices. It is used to rub or sprinkle on the meat before cooking.
You can use either jerk sauce or jerk seasoning to make jerk dishes, depending on your preference and availability. You can also use both together for extra flavor and spiciness.
How to store Grace Foods products?
Grace Foods products have different shelf lives and storage methods depending on their type and packaging.
- Grace sauces and spices should be stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. They should be tightly sealed after opening and used within the best before date indicated on the label.
- Grace beverages should be stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. They should be refrigerated after opening and consumed within a few days.
- Grace snacks should be stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. They should be sealed in an airtight container after opening and consumed within a few weeks.
- Grace canned foods should be stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. They should be transferred to an airtight container after opening and refrigerated for up to three days.
How to make vegan or vegetarian grace kitchen recipes?
Many grace kitchen recipes are already vegan or vegetarian friendly, such as rice and peas,
callaloo,
or coconut and cassava bake. However,if you want to make vegan or vegetarian versions of grace kitchen recipes that contain meat, fish, eggs, or dairy, you can use some of the following substitutes:
- For meat or fish, you can use tofu, tempeh, seitan, mushrooms, jackfruit, beans, lentils, or nuts.
- For eggs, you can use flax seeds, chia seeds, banana, applesauce, or aquafaba (the liquid from canned chickpeas).
- For dairy, you can use plant-based milks such as soy milk, almond milk, oat milk, or rice milk. You can also use vegan butter, cheese, yogurt, or cream made from nuts, seeds, or coconut.
You can also use Grace Foods products that are vegan or vegetarian friendly, such as Grace Coconut Milk,
Grace Vegetable Oil,
Grace Jerk Seasoning,
Grace Ginger Beer,
or Grace Plantain Chips.
Conclusion
We hope you enjoyed this article and learned something new about grace kitchen recipes. Grace kitchen recipes are a great way to experience the Caribbean cuisine and culture. They are easy to make with Grace Foods products that are convenient and affordable. You can find more grace kitchen recipes on the Grace Foods website or YouTube channel. You can also share your own grace kitchen recipes with us by tagging us on social media or leaving a comment below. Thank you for reading and happy cooking!