General
bammy
What does bammy mean?
A round flatbread made from grated cassava, often fried and served with fish.
"Fried fish an' bammy down a di beach."
Origin
Jamaican Patois; a food of Taíno/Arawak origin.
Frequently asked questions
What is bammy?
Bammy is a round Jamaican flatbread made from grated cassava, often fried and served with fish.
Where does bammy come from?
It has Taíno/Arawak origins, making it one of Jamaica's oldest foods, predating European arrival.
How do you eat bammy?
It's typically soaked in coconut milk, then fried or steamed, and paired with fried or steamed fish.
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