what language does jambalaya come from
Items that I think are important about Jambalaya; 1. The word Jambalaya comes from both the Spanish and French words for Ham Jamon. And the Creole slang ya ya, for many people talking together or from the Cajun for an mishap.Also many say it is African for rice. Also a Creole jambalaya is usually made with shrimp and a seafood stock. 2  Jambalaya can be made from many base meats, both smoked and fresh. 3  Smoked meats can be a hot or mild smoked pork sausage, tasso or wild game. 4  Fresh meats such as chicken, pork, rabbit, alligator and road kill are all used.