General
janga
What does janga mean?
Freshwater shrimp or crayfish, often peppered and eaten as a snack.
"Dem a sell peppered janga a di roadside."
Origin
Jamaican Patois, of African origin.
Frequently asked questions
What is janga?
Janga is freshwater shrimp or crayfish, often peppered and sold as a roadside snack in Jamaica.
Where does the word janga come from?
It's a Jamaican Patois word of African origin.
How is janga eaten?
It's usually cooked with plenty of pepper and eaten whole as a spicy snack.
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