A Jamaican beef patty is a savory pastry filled with seasoned ground beef and various spices. It is a popular street food in Jamaica and is often served with coco bread. The filling is typically made with ground beef, onions, bell peppers, scallions, and a variety of spices, including thyme, allspice, and Scotch bonnet peppers. The pastry is made with flour, water, salt, and butter, and is fried until golden brown.
Jamaican beef patties are believed to have originated in the 18th century, when Jamaican slaves began to combine their own culinary traditions with those of their British colonizers. The patties quickly became a popular food among all Jamaicans, and today they are considered to be a national dish. Jamaican beef patties are often served at festivals and other special occasions, and they are also a popular takeout food.