Glossary J
Jenever refers to a strong Dutch gin which is served in a small glass full to the brim.
Moreover, Jenever refers to the local spirit from the Netherlands made with juniper berries and sometimes called Dutch gin. Jenevers is normally taken straight and chilled as a chaser with a glass of beer, but it is sometimes drunk with cola or vermouth. It is also used in "tall" drinks and it comes in many varieties, depending on the spices used
Jajeek refers to Iraq's food made of cucumber and yoghurt which is served as an appetizer. Jajeek is also an appetizer that is common in the Middle East.
Jajeek is made by throroughly combining finely chopped cucumber, yoghurt, garlic, finely chopped mint, olive oil and salt and pepper to taste. Jajeek must be chilled before serving.
- Joumou (Soup) : Joumou refers to the Haitian traditional and very popular spicy pumpkin soup . Soup Joumou is a vivid soup made from pumpkins and it is simmered in a saucepan along with pieces of beef and vegetables such as potato, parsley, carrots, and onions.
Varieties of Soup Joumou can be found throughout Latin America and the Caribbean.