Category: Comfort Food
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...
TRINI SPONGE CAKE
Sponge cake has been my arch-nemesis. Over the years, I have tried many variations, had many failures, and had many delicious successes. I could never decide which version I loved best, which is why I’ve never shared this recipe...
Curry Conchs
Curry conch was a delicacy growing up. Nowadays it’s hard to source and very expensive which is why it’s a treat when we do get to enjoy it. Recently, we were able to source some conchs from Astoria Queens. Aunty...
Stewed Beef
In this amazing recipe, beef is browned using the traditional ‘burning of the sugar’ method.  The only difference from stewed chicken is the addition of chunks of carrots, celery and potatoes to make it a hearty stew with lots of...
Cou Cou | Coo Coo
Coo Coo, also spelled "Cou Cou," is a traditional dish in Trinidad and Tobago and other Caribbean countries. It is made with cornmeal, ochro, fresh seasonings and coconut milk. It is often compared to polenta but has its own unique...
Shrimp & Veggie Fried Rice
Shrimp & Veggie Fried Rice is perfect for a quick weeknight or weekend meal. After a full morning of chores and shopping, we needed something quick and satisfying. Since we did not have rice, we had to make a...
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...
Coconut Pot Bake
Coconut bakes, coconut pot bake, roast bakes or pot bakes, as they are referred to, are nothing short of heavenly. How to enjoy these bakes? Full of coconut flavor, eating it with fried eggs, or slathered with butter or cheese,...
Stewed Black Eye Peas
Stewed blackeyed peas is a favorite amongst vegans and nonvegans alike. In this recipe, black eye peas are simmered with simple and flavorful aromatics to create a tasty and nutritious side dish. The traditional stewing process which is the...
TRINIDAD CURRY DUCK
For West Indian curry duck is not only a delicacy, it is a passion. For many, it is the cornerstone of the food culture. Whether it’s curry duck and white rice with murtani on the side, or curry duck...
Trini Chinese Style Fried Chicken
I still recall the taste of my mom’s Chinese style fried chicken and seeing the fried ginger and hot pepper which was thrown to the side of the stove, which were used to infuse the frying oil. The experience was...
Custard Pie | Flan
Custard pie is to Trinidad what flan is to the rest of the world. Added spices, including cinnamon and ginger, make this version unique and extra tasty. The addition of the base caramel layer is totally optional. The ingredients and...
Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes
A perfect creamy, mashed potatoes recipe for Thanksgiving, the Holidays or any Sunday lunch along with stewed chicken and chow mein (my mom's favorite combo) or a pot roast. Growing up in the Caribbean, my job was to whisk the...
Curry Chaitaigne | Breadnut
Chaitaigne, also known as katahar (in Guyana) or breadnut (Jamaica) is cooked in a flavorful coconut curry sauce, seasoned with onion, garlic, hot pepper(habanero or scotch bonnet) and culantro(bandhania or shado beni). Other names for chaitaigne are Maya nut, Snakewood,...
Trinidad Bhagi
Learn to make this vegan Trinidadian favorite that's simply irresistible. This recipe for Trinidadian bhagi (bhaji or bhagee) uses simple ingredients, including chopped spinach, cumin, and coconut cream. This bhagi recipe is traditionally made with dasheen bush leaves(taro) or chowrai...
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...
Saltfish with Veggies and Flour Dumplings
As I mentioned on IG and Facebook, the husband loved this combination of saltfish and veggies with flour dumplings so much he insisted that I remake and filmed this for everyone. This looks like I cooked all day but would...
Aloo Roti | Aloo Puri | Aloo Paratha
Today we are making aloo roti also called aloo puri or aloo paratha, another type of stuffed roti enjoyed in Trinidad, other parts of the Caribbean, and around the world. How to make aloo roti? To make this roti, a...
Creamy Cajun Shrimp and Chicken Pasta
This creamy cajun shrimp and chicken pasta dish is not only luxurious and creamy, it's a simple one pot dish you can make in 30 mins. Great for a weeknight dinner, a special occasion, or a side dish to bring...