Jamaican Products

Discover authentic Jamaican products at Tjin's Toko. From ackee, callaloo and gungo peas to coconut milk, pimento and browning: here you will find well-known ingredients that are the foundation of many Jamaican dishes.

We also offer typical Jamaican drinks, including Ting grapefruit soda and Jamaican ginger beer.

Jamaican cuisine combines hearty spices, peppers, legumes, tropical ingredients and slow-cooked meat and fish dishes. Many products have a very specific function. Ackee, for example, is used in ackee & saltfish, while gungo peas and coconut milk are widely used in rice & peas.

Ackee

Ackee is one of the most recognisable ingredients from Jamaica and is best known in ackee & saltfish.

The soft, slightly creamy fruit is combined with salted fish, onion, bell pepper, spices and often Scotch Bonnet. In Jamaica, the dish is eaten both for breakfast and as a main meal.

Outside Jamaica, ackee is usually sold canned, making it easy to store and use.

Callaloo

Callaloo is a leafy green that is common in Jamaican and broader Caribbean cuisine.

It is stewed with spices and vegetables and can be eaten as a side dish or combined with saltfish. Callaloo also pairs well with rice, dumplings and other traditional Jamaican dishes.

Gungo Peas, Pigeon Peas & Kidney Beans

Legumes play an important role in Jamaican cooking.

Gungo peas are the same legume as pigeon peas and are widely used in Jamaican rice dishes. Gungo peas and rice is a well-known variation of rice & peas.

In addition, kidney beans are also widely used in Jamaican rice & peas.

Combined with rice, coconut milk, thyme, pimento and other spices, it creates the well-known Jamaican side dish that is often served with jerk chicken, curry goat, oxtail and other main dishes.

Coconut Milk

Coconut milk is an important staple in Jamaican cuisine.

It is used for, among other things:

• Rice & peas
• Gungo peas and rice
• Curries
• Soups and stews
• Various desserts

Coconut milk gives dishes a richer flavour and mellows spicy herbs and peppers.

Pimento / Allspice

Pimento, also known as allspice, is one of Jamaica's characteristic flavourings.

The spice is used in jerk seasoning, marinades, stews and various meat dishes. Its flavour is reminiscent of a combination of cloves, cinnamon and nutmeg.

For classic Jamaican cooking, pimento is one of the most important spices to have in your pantry.

Browning Colour

Browning is used to give Jamaican stews their deep dark colour and characteristic flavour.

It is used for, among other things:

• Brown stew chicken
• Oxtail
• Stewed beef
• Various marinades and gravies

You usually only need a small amount.

Jamaican Drinks

In addition to ingredients, our Jamaican collection also includes well-known drinks.

Ting

Ting is a Jamaican grapefruit soda with a fresh, bittersweet citrus flavour. It is one of Jamaica's best-known soft drinks.

Jamaican Ginger Beer

Jamaican ginger beer is known for its pronounced ginger flavour and strong kick. It is drunk ice-cold and pairs well with spicy Jamaican food.

Famous Jamaican Dishes

With Jamaican staple products, you can get started with classics such as:

• Ackee & saltfish
• Rice & peas
• Gungo peas and rice
• Brown stew chicken
• Oxtail
• Curry goat
• Jerk chicken
• Callaloo
• Escovitch fish

These dishes clearly show how important ingredients such as pimento, coconut milk, legumes and browning are in Jamaican cuisine.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which Jamaican products do you sell?

Our range includes, among others, ackee, callaloo, gungo peas, pigeon peas, kidney beans, coconut milk, pimento, browning colour, Ting grapefruit soda and Jamaican ginger beer.

What are gungo peas?

Gungo peas are pigeon peas. In Jamaica, they are widely used in rice dishes, especially gungo peas and rice.

What is ackee?

Ackee is a tropical fruit that is closely associated with Jamaican cuisine. Its best-known use is in ackee & saltfish.

What do you use pimento for?

Pimento, or allspice, is used in jerk seasoning, marinades and stews. It is one of the most important flavourings in Jamaican cuisine.

What do you use browning for?

Browning is used to give dishes such as brown stew chicken and oxtail a dark colour and deeper flavour.

What is Ting?

Ting is a well-known Jamaican grapefruit soda with a fresh and slightly bitter citrus flavour.

Where can I buy Jamaican products?

You can order Jamaican products online from Tjin's Toko. Through our Caribbean shop, you can also discover products from other parts of the Caribbean.