The Caribbean diet is rich in seafood, vegetables, fruits and plant-based proteins. Both raw and cooked, the fruits and vegetables native to this region are packed with health benefits.
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The most important ingredients in Caribbean food are rice, plantains, beans, cassava, cilantro, coriander, bell pepper, chickpeas, tomatoes, sweet potatoes, and coconut. This unique blend of ingredients creates a flavor that is distinctly different from any other type of food.
Palm oils, and coconut oils, which are commonly used in African Caribbean cooking, are very high in saturated fat. Try using a healthy alternative such as monounsaturated fat like olive oil or rapeseed oil instead.