Packed with heat, spice, and plenty of Caribbean flair, these Trinidad and Tobago foods bring scrumptious flavors and mouthwatering fusions to the table.
Trinidad Breadfruit “Oil-Down” Breadfruit is a starchy tree fruit that was a mainstay for slaves and indentured laborers in the Caribbean because it was filling and cheap for plantation…
Bake, a circular thick but flattish bread, made of flour, water and baking soda; fried (FRY BAKE).
Now every Caribbean country has their own version of this one-pot dish; and trust me when I say they are ALL delicious! Whether it is from Trinidad, Jamaica, Barbados or even Guyana, every dish is …
As a general warning to those unfamiliar with Trinidad: If the title has the word Pepper, prepare for a HOT and SPICY dish! Trinidad Pepper Shrimp is influenced by our Chinese community but has evolved into its own uniquely HOT version. The traditional Asian flavors of sesame oil, soy sauce, ginger, and fresh seasonings create the sauce the shrimp is coated in. However, when hot scotch bonnet pepper and our local ketchup are added, you get an intense kick of heat with a gentle kiss of sweetness. This dish is another famous cutter or appetizer that goes well with some adult beverages known to help sober you up. Nonetheless, it is also great on top of some Chow Mein or steamed Jasmine Rice. Try this recipe for a hot spicy seafood treat that is uniquely Trini.
In my recipe below, cubes of pumpkin are sautéed with the simplest of ingredients; olive oil, garlic, onion and the optional hot pepper. It's steamed until tender, then mashed to a smooth, pate-like consistency. Roasted ground geera (cumin) is also added at the end of cooking to highlight the flavor of the pumpkin. (Mummy swears by the addition of a little brown sugar).
Trinidad Pelau is a savory one-pot favorite. Meat including chicken, beef or pigtails is first browned using “burnt sugar”, to which rice, peas or beans, veggies and coconut milk are added.
Black cake is a super-moist, rum-soaked treat and quintessential dessert du jour in much of the region during the holiday season.
Banana Chutney Recipe - Sweet With Heat - The Origin of the Banana Chutney Recipe Chutney is a classic Indian food.
Caribbean foods you simply must try on your next vacation, including popular dishes and recipes from the likes of Jamaica, Grenada, Nevis and the Bahamas.
MasterChef winner Shelina Permalloo's West Indian pepper pot soup with Spillers dumplings, a warming dish - with a kick - for winter.
Island-style fried fish. How could you go wrong? In little roadside stands all over the Caribbean islands, the local food slingers turn out all kinds of salted fish fritters. Salting fish is one of the oldest and most popular forms of preserving around the world, and salted fish are always cheap and plentiful. I have
A wonderful spicy pork dish served in the Caribbean.
Trinidad Breadfruit “Oil-Down” Breadfruit is a starchy tree fruit that was a mainstay for slaves and indentured laborers in the Caribbean because it was filling and cheap for plantation…
This Custard Pie recipe is another fan from Jessica Deo. It is a family recipe she is willing to share...READ MORE
Just two minutes from the airport, SYPS RESTAURANT serves one of Tobago’s best breakfasts (it’s also a good choice for lunch and dinner). We’re only bummed that we just discovere…
There are some vegetables that I did not like while growing up and without a doubt Caraili was one of them. It was bitter, and tasted awful. Then, as I grew older I observed all the adults eating it; saying it was good to eat. How could something sooo bitter be good for you? Anyone
Paratha is one of the most popular roti recipes in Trinidad and the world! It is called buss up shot roti in Trinidad because of it's resemblance to a torn t-shirt! It is soft, flaky/multi-layered, indulgent and absolutely delicious.
Bite sized pieces of lamb are browned using "burnt sugar" and simmered in carrots, potatoes, tomato and fresh herbs including scallion, thyme, parsley and celery. The result is a rich and hearty dish with moist, tender pieces of lamb.
CARNIVAL 2019 is here already folks! Many will leave our shores to enjoy this long weekend in another country and many more will be coming in for the weekend to … Continue reading Sweet sweet Trinidad
An East Indian influenced street-food, made with 2 baras (fried flat bread), and topped with cooked channa and other delicious condiments.
Pholourie is a popular snack food in Trinidad, characterized by its soft, chewy, fluffy and savory texture similar to that of a fritter.
An easy recipe for homemade crab and callaloo. This flavorful dish uses dasheen bush as the main ingredient and is simmered in a creamy and flavorful coconut sauce. Crab is a great addition to this popular Trinidad and Tobago side dish which is sometimes eaten as a soup.
A typical trini pholourie recipe, that can be found in Trinidad and Tobago.
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This recipe for cooking eddoes as a rich and creamy sauce, comes from Trinidad and Tobago, but I'm sure there are variations throughout the Caribbean. Simply and tasty this eddoes recipe is also considered vegetarian.
Chef Brigette Joseph shares her easy and delicious recipe for doubles, the most popular street food in Trinidad & Tobago.
I am on a mission to incorporate tropical ingredients like soursop, mango, caimit, sugar apple and even mamey apple in a number of desserts we enjoy. Well, at least when they're in season. So, how about some soursop in a cheesecake? Soursop Cheesecake is yet another very promising dessert treat. Everyone loves soursop; it is
As a little boy growing up, cassava farine was something of an acquired taste for me. First, it was dry, really dry; Second, it wasn't much on the taste buds either.... Dry and no taste didn't work for me as a child. But soon enough there was a work around...Milk and Sugar. We would add
Over the years I’ve shared many delightful recipes using breadfruit, so it gives me great pleasure to be able to share this wonderful breadfruit salad (like a potato salad) with you. I have a number…
