General
provisions
What does provisions mean?
Also called 'ground provisions' — starchy staples like yam, dasheen, eddoes, cassava, and green banana that accompany meals.
"Boil some provisions to go with the stew fish."
Origin
Pan-Caribbean; from English 'provisions'.
Frequently asked questions
What are provisions in Caribbean food?
Provisions, also called ground provisions, are starchy root staples like yam, dasheen, eddoes, cassava, and green banana served with meals.
Why are they called ground provisions?
Because they are provisions (food staples) that grow in the ground, as roots and tubers.
How do you eat provisions?
They are usually boiled and served as a filling side to stewed or fried fish and meat dishes.
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