• Chicken bone-in, skin removed – Using bone-in chicken pieces such as drumsticks, thighs, or a whole chopped chicken enhances the depth of flavor in the broth.
• Water or Chicken Stock – A homemade chicken stock will add more richness.
• Pumpkin or Butternut Squash – Adds a subtle sweetness and helps thicken the broth naturally.
• Carrots – Bring a hint of sweetness and color to the soup.
• Yam or Sweet Potato – A starchy addition that enhances the soup’s body and provides a naturally creamy texture.
• Chocho Chayote Squash – A mild, slightly crisp vegetable that absorbs the flavors of the broth.
• Irish Potatoes – Regular potatoes make the soup even heartier and help balance the spice.
• Scallions – A key aromatic that enhances the broth’s flavor.
• Thyme Fresh or Dried – Essential for achieving that signature Jamaican flavor.
• Pimento Allspice Berries – Provides warmth and depth to the soup’s seasoning.
• Scotch Bonnet Pepper – The heart of Jamaican spice adding a fruity heat. (For less spice, keep it whole; for more heat, slice it open.)
• Garlic and Onion – Build the foundation for a rich and flavorful broth.
• Salt and Black Pepper – Essential for seasoning and enhancing the soup’s natural flavors.

For the Dumplings (Spinners)

• All-Purpose Flour – The base for making spinners a type of dumpling that gives the soup extra texture.
• Salt – Enhances the flavor of the dumplings.
• Water – Helps form the dough.