Manish Water
Manish Water is a hearty Jamaican soup made primarily from goat’s head and assorted vegetables and dumplings. It is known for its rich, spicy flavor and is traditionally consumed as a restorative or hangover cure, deeply embedded in Jamaican street food culture.
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Ingredients
- 2 lbs
- 2 medium
- 1 cup diced
- 1 cup diced
- 6 pieces
- 1 whole
- 2 sprigs
- 5 berries
- to taste
- to taste
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Jamaican
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Last updated 4/1/2026
Manish Water has roots in Jamaican Maroon communities and African culinary traditions, evolving as a resourceful dish using every part of the goat, reflecting the island's history of resilience and resourcefulness.
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