The adventure of making a traditional kitchari-the simple version that Grandma made..... Last Sunday was earmarked as my official day off from the kitchen. With a playful decree to my husband that today, the oven stays cold and the stove...
What is Trinidad Chicken Roti? Trinidad Chicken Roti isn't just a dish; it's an amalgamation of Trinidad's culinary favorites—roti, curry chicken, and an array of tantalizing accompaniments and condiments that cater to every taste bud, from the mild to the...
Exploring Trinidad and Tobago's Beloved 'Dhal' Dish In the vibrant culinary tapestry of Trinidad and Tobago, there's a beloved side dish that holds a special place in the hearts and taste buds of locals: 'Dhal.' The word 'dhal' encompasses not...
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...
Peas dhal is essentially curry peas that’s mashed to attain the consistency of the traditional split peas dhal. Our second meal on any trip to Trinidad is usually curried duck, peas dhal and dhalpuri made my mother and sister in...
Dhal & Dumpling soup is a simple soup made with split peas, seasonings and flour dumplings. It’s vegan, hearty and filling. Perfect for a cold, rainy or even a sunny day. I started this dhal & dumpling soup in the...
This dish, referred to as carhee or kurhi, uses split pea powder in two ways. First the split pea powder is used to make small balls of pholourie which are then immersed into a thick soup like gravy which is...
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...
JAMAICAN CALLALOO & POUI BHAJI RECIPE One evening after work I stopped off at Mummy’s house to drop off a falafel and hummus wrap. I was excited for her to try the sandwich, which by the way, I enjoyed so...
Table of contentsWhat is Dhalpuri?Dhalpuri, also known as dhal puri, dalpuri or dhalpourie is one of the most popular rotis in Trinidad. It is a stuffed flatbread , deeply rooted in Indo-Trinidadian cuisine.The origins of dhalpuriHow is dhalpuri made?How to...
