Abingdon Olive Oil Co. – Recipe Blog

Campfire-tested, summer-ready, and bursting with bold flavor

There’s something about cooking outdoors that just hits differently—especially when the food is full of spice, smoke, and sunshine. Recently, we pulled off a full Caribbean-inspired dinner over the campfire, and let’s just say… no one left hungry, and everyone asked for the recipes. Whether you’re firing up the grill or heating your Blackstone griddle at home, this meal delivers a bold, balanced plate packed with color, flavor, and fun.

This wasn’t just a random dinner—it was the kind of meal that comes together from a craving for something warm, exciting, and different. We leaned on the power of Abingdon Olive Oil Company’s olive oils and Basik’s Jerk Seasoning Blend to bring serious flavor with minimal effort. The best part? It felt tropical and adventurous, but it all came from the pantry.

🔥 Cooking with Fire (or Flame)

We originally cooked our Jerk Chicken over the campfire, letting the smoky flame give those marinated chicken thighs the char they deserved. But whether you’re working with a grill or a flat-top, you can recreate the same mouthwatering effect at home. The marinade is a dream team of AOOC Blood Orange and Persian Lime Olive Oils, Cinnamon Pear Balsamic, garlic, lemon juice, and Basik’s Jerk Seasoning—a bold, fruity, spicy blend that brings instant island flavor.

While the chicken sizzled over the fire, we turned our attention to the sides. And these weren’t just filler—they were scene-stealers in their own right.

🍝 Rasta Pasta: Colorful, Creamy, and Just the Right Heat

This pasta dish was inspired by the bold colors and flavors of the Caribbean—think red, yellow, and green bell peppers (fire-roasted, of course), coated in a creamy sauce seasoned with Basik’s Jerk Blend and finished with a buttery kiss from AOOC Butter Olive Oil. It’s the kind of comfort food that feels indulgent but still light enough for a summer night.

We kept it flexible: you can use cream, coconut milk, or even a splash of reserved pasta water to make the sauce come together. The pasta catches every bit of flavor, especially if you toss it while it’s still warm and steamy.

🫘 Caribbean Black Beans: Humble and Hearty

To round out the plate, we made a quick and flavorful black bean dish using sautéed onions and garlic, AOOC Persian Lime Olive Oil, and more of that crave-worthy jerk seasoning. It’s amazing what a few simple ingredients can do when they’re high-quality and well-seasoned. These beans came together in 10 minutes flat, making them the ideal side to balance the richness of the pasta and the spice of the chicken.

🏝️ A Bite of the Islands, No Plane Ticket Required

This whole meal was deeply satisfying—but it wasn’t fussy or complicated. The trick? Letting big, bold ingredients like infused olive oils and custom seasoning blends do the heavy lifting. Every element had its own personality, yet it all tied together into one cohesive plate that hit salty, sweet, spicy, smoky, and tangy all in one bite.

So whether you’re planning your next campfire dinner, throwing a backyard get-together, or just craving something with a little more flair—this is your sign to go Caribbean for the night. Bring on the reggae playlist, fire up the grill, and let dinner transport you someplace tropical.