St. Kitts and Nevis Style Spiced Meat Sandwich

Ingredients

In this St. Kitts and Nevis adaptation, the traditional German Leberkässemmel is infused with Caribbean flavors. The original dish is typically made with a mixture of pork, beef, and bacon, while the St. Kitts and Nevis version incorporates local spices and peppers to add a Caribbean kick. The sandwich is also served on a fresh bun, rather than the traditional German bread roll. We alse have the original recipe for Leberkässemmel, so you can check it out.

• 500g (1.1 lb) ground pork 500g (1.1 lb) ground pork
• 250g (0.55 lb) ground beef 250g (0.55 lb) ground beef
• 100g (3.5 oz) bacon, finely chopped 100g (3.5 oz) bacon, finely chopped
• 1 onion, finely chopped 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 scotch bonnet peppers, seeded and finely chopped 2 scotch bonnet peppers, seeded and finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon Caribbean jerk seasoning 1 tablespoon Caribbean jerk seasoning
• 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 fresh buns 4 fresh buns
• Pickles, sliced Pickles, sliced
• Lettuce leaves Lettuce leaves
• Tomato slices Tomato slices
• Hot sauce, for serving Hot sauce, for serving

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 450 kcal / 1884 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 32g, 12g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 5g, 2g
• Protein: 35g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large bowl, combine the ground pork, ground beef, chopped bacon, onion, garlic, scotch bonnet peppers, Caribbean jerk seasoning, paprika, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
2. 2.
   Shape the meat mixture into patties, approximately the size of the buns.
3. 3.
   Preheat a grill or skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties for about 5-6 minutes on each side, or until they are cooked through and nicely browned.
4. 4.
   Slice the fresh buns in half and lightly toast them.
5. 5.
   Assemble the sandwiches by placing a cooked patty on the bottom half of each bun. Top with sliced pickles, lettuce leaves, and tomato slices.
6. 6.
   Drizzle with hot sauce, if desired.
7. 7.
   Serve the St. Kitts and Nevis Style Spiced Meat Sandwiches immediately and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Pork, beef, and bacon — Ensure that the meat is fresh and of high quality to enhance the flavor and texture of the sandwich.

Tips & Tricks

• For a spicier kick, add more scotch bonnet peppers to the meat mixture.
• Customize the sandwich by adding your favorite toppings, such as sliced onions or avocado.
• If you prefer a milder flavor, reduce the amount of Caribbean jerk seasoning.

Serving advice

Serve the St. Kitts and Nevis Style Spiced Meat Sandwiches with a side of plantain chips or sweet potato fries for a complete Caribbean meal.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, garnish the sandwiches with fresh herbs, such as cilantro or parsley, and serve them on a wooden board or colorful plate.