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...
This crab & lobster boil recipe was inspired by the boiled corn recipe I recently made. To not waste all that good sauce or broth the corn was boiled in, I decided to maximize its potential by adding some lobster...
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...
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...
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...
Have you ever wondered how to make the perfect rice for fried rice—on the stovetop, in a rice cooker, and an instant pot? Wonder no more, I have experimented with each with some amazing results. One type of rice has...
Aloo Choka is one of the several vegan chokas we enjoy in a Trinidadian diet. In this easy recipe, potatoes, commonly known as aloo, are peeled, boiled until tender, and mashed with simple seasonings, including onion, garlic, hot pepper and...
Patchoi with Shrimp Recently, I spoke to my niece in Trinidad, and, as always I asked what’s for dinner. She mentioned patchoi with shrimp and of course, I then inquired how she made it. As luck would have it, I...
Wondering how to make Grilled BBQ chicken for a small party or get-together? Worry no more, I got you! As you may have realized, learning to make a proper BBQ chicken is an essential tool in anyone’s repertoire. At some...
Murtani, also known as upar gaar or pepper choka is a spicy side dish or condiment that’s popular in Trinidad. Whenever cooking outdoors over a wooden stove, gas burner or cooking along the banks of a river, murtani is sure...
