Jamaican Cuisine Basics: The Essential Building Blocks - Dried Thyme Is a Scam! Here’s How to Use Fresh Thyme Forever

Pick up your "Dry Thyme Is A Scam" merch at the shop: https://feedandteach.myspreadshop.com/ You ever wonder why your Jamaican food not banging like Grandma's? It might be the dry thyme. In this video, I break down why fresh Jamaican thyme makes all the difference...from the way it's grown, to what actually gives it that unique flavor. We link up with Donovan Smith who is a thyme farmer in the breadbasket parish. Donovan has been farming thyme for years, and his insights show just how much care and knowledge go into growing this small but powerful herb. We’ll dive into the science behind thyme's essential oils, how it’s harvested in Jamaica, and why drying it kills the flavor. I’ll also show you how to preserve fresh thyme the right way, so you can keep that real Jamaican taste even when the bush scarce. Whether you’re cooking oxtail, curry goat, or brown stew, this video will change the way you use thyme in your kitchen. Donovan Smith: +18763979422 Big up @ShanZenZenJamaicanVibez — found Donovan through her channel and totally forgot to mention it in the vid. Respect every time, go check her out! Homemade All Purpose Seasoning: https://youtu.be/6_UBj867xmI The Best Oven Jerk Chicken: https://youtu.be/5Eb1Y_Zf3qI Premium Homemade Jerk Marinade: https://youtu.be/buq4Bbpe-RY #JamaicanCooking #Thyme #FreshHerbs #JamaicanFood #IslandHerbs #CaribbeanFlavors ========================================================================== Want to give a little extra support? https://www.Patreon.com/feedandteach ========================================================================== Feed & Teach on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/invites/contact/?i=9sq3f4981y63&utm_content=ncgi0b7 Feed & Teach on Telegram: t.me/rastabwoy876 Feed & Teach TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@Feed.and.Teach Feed and Teach on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090721556045&mibextid=ZbWKwL ========================================================================== Please note that some of the links in my videos and video descriptions are affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This means that if you click on one of these links and make a purchase on Amazon, I may earn a commission. The commission helps support my channel and allows me to continue creating valuable content. Thank you for using these links! Amazon.com https://amzn.to/3LZy0vf Vitamix 5200 Blender, Professional-Grade, Container, Self-Cleaning https://amzn.to/41Fwap3 The Camera I Use Sony Alpha ZV-E10 Interchangeable Lens Mirrorless Vlog Camera Kit - Black https://amzn.to/46AkMM9 Induction Cooktop https://amzn.to/3Pwz4qt Stainless Steel Digital Kitchen Scale with LCD Display, Batteries Included https://amzn.to/40aRVLP Ravioli Cutter Wheel,Pastry Wheel Cutter with Long Wooden Handle https://amzn.to/3KbTJ1F Wilton Perfect Results Premium Non-Stick Bakeware Pizza Pan for Oven, 14-Inch Steel Pan https://amzn.to/3TJalAZ