Category: Appetizers
Trinidad Mango Chow
Trinidad Mango chow is a refreshing, savory and spicy fruit salad. On the islands, chow is a healthy snack, enjoyed year-round as a respite from the heat. Not only is it delicious, it is nutritious and energizing. Chow is made...
Trinidad Boiled Corn
Trinidad boiled corn or Trini boiled corn is a must-have on every BBQ, or lime (get-together) menu. In Trinidad boiled or roasted corn is also sold by street vendors, mostly along the highway, serving as a quick and healthy snack...
Shrimp Wontons Sticks with a Sweet & Spicy Dipping Sauce
I call these shrimp wontons sticks because they taste like wontons but are rolled to look like sticks. There is no chopping or technical wrapping of the shrimp here as in this traditional wonton recipe. Just place the whole, seasoned...
Refreshing Pineapple Chow
What is Pineapple Chow? Chow is a popular dish in Trinidad and Tobago, consisting of fruits marinated in a seasoning blend of hot pepper, garlic, culantro(bandhania) and salt. This spicy snack is enjoyed at Trini Lime (social gatherings) or just...
Split Peas (Dhal) Pholourie
Pholourie are a popular golden, savory, turmeric-infused, deep-fried dough balls that are sold by Street Food vendors and roti shops. In Trinidad, we have three primary types of pholourie: a light flour pholourie, a denser 100% split peas version, and...
Trini Cheese Paste Sandwiches
Today, we're diving into the delightful world of Trini cheese paste sandwiches – a popular snack and appetizer in beautiful Trinidad. These sandwiches hold a special place in my heart as my mom used to make them for me on...
Irresistible Shrimp Pies
Pies are the ultimate comfort food, whether it is aloo pies, fish pies, or these shrimp pies. These shrimp pies were so insanely delicious that my daughter, who is not a fan of shrimp, devoured three. When she was on...
Crispy Air Fryer or Oven Wings with Hot Honey Buffalo Sauce
Delicious, crispy hot honey buffalo wings are a classic favorite that everyone loves. With this easy recipe, you can make them quickly and easily in the air fryer or oven. The wings are tossed in a spicy-sweet honey buffalo sauce...
Baiganee | Eggplant Fritter
Eggplant coated with a seasoned split peas batter and then fried is the perfect snack or appetizer. It is traditionally eaten with boiled or raw mango or tamarind chutney. If you have an eggplant (baigan) and some split peas powder,...
Kachori and Raw Mango Chutney
Along with aloo pie, saheena, baiganee, pholourie and doubles, Kachori is another popular street food, shack, appetizer or breakfast. This delicious snack is vegan, high in protein and fiber and can be gluten free. It is traditionally served with mango...
Delicious Empanadas
Recently I made these for my daughter who was visiting from College. I always try to send her back with all her favorite dishes and enough to share. During her last visit I made aloo pies and to change...
AMAZING SHRIMP WONTONS
Everyone loves a good, crispy wonton dipped in ketchup, soy sauce and a little hot sauce for a nice kick. In this recipe, I am using a savory shrimp filling perfectly seasoned with scallions, garlic, ginger and sesame oil. The...
Ultimate Fish Pie
Back in the days my dad was a fisherman. He always brought home the best catch of the day and the most colossal shrimp I've ever seen to date. Nowadays, it is difficult to source fresh fish where I live...
Curry Mango
Curry mango can be a main dish, side dish, condiment or snack. It is sweet, spicy, savory and satisfying. One of the greatest joys of eating this is sucking on the seed. It is a great side dish for curry...
GEERA CHICKEN | CUMIN CHICKEN | 20 mins
When you are in the mood for a spicy(or not) curry without all the drama, here is great 20-minute substitute. I love how simple and quick it comes together without compromising on flavor. If you already have pre made green...
SAHEENA | SPINACH FRITTER
SAHEENA is essentially a fried, West Indian, vegan, spinach fritter. Made with flour or ground split peas, spices and seasonings, it comes together quickly and it's so delicious. Just like our infamous fluffy balls of pholourie, it is a popular...
Boiled Mango Chutney for Doubles, Aloo Pies, Pholourie
Boiled mango chutney is a popular sweet and spicy condiment in Trinidad. It's one of the main condiments enjoyed in doubles, aloo pies or drizzled on fluffy balls of pholourie. In my recipe, green mango is cut into 1 inch...
HOW TO MAKE TRINIDAD DOUBLES – DETAILED RECIPE & INSTRUCTIONS
STOP! You have found the best, most detailed Trinidad Doubles Recipe on the internet! All other recipes are mere adaptations. As I get ready to end this year strong and set goals for the new year, I thought I should...
Trini Pastelles
What are Pastelles? Pastelles are a popular favorite amongst Trinbagonians around Christmas time. I don't know why we wait all year to make these (most likely the work involved). According to Wikipedia, it is believed that the pastelles were introduced...