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Trinidad Boil & Fry Dumplings are a comforting, chewy side dish made with a blend of all-purpose and cassava flour—or all-purpose alone if that’s what you have on hand. First boiled in a flavorful coconut milk broth seasoned with green...

Fried fish is a staple in Caribbean cuisine, celebrated for its crispy, golden crust and tender, flavorful interior. In Trinidad and Tobago, it’s often served with fried bake and a zesty lime pepper sauce—a beloved combination that brings a burst...

The Captivating Maracas Bay 'Fried Bake and Shark' Experience: Picture this: You're cruising along the north coast of Trinidad. Make a quick stop at the famous lookout for some Trini snacks for your day's Maracas Beach Lime. After a couple of minutes drive, the...

What is roat? Roat is a classic Trinidadian sweet that plays an integral role in Hindu religious ceremonies. This treat, found in the parsad bags distributed to participants, embodies both spiritual meaning and delicious simplicity. [caption id="attachment_1498" align="aligncenter" width="640"] OUTSIDE...

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...

My daughters demand delicious and trending so Mommy has to deliver. Not easy being a mom nowadays!! Who agrees? This is my take on bang bang shrimp which is hugely popular on social media. Crispy fried shrimp with a spicy...

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,...

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...

Fried Bake (also known as "fry bake") is another very popular Trinidadian breakfast "bread". It is actually fried, not baked. If you have heard of the most famous Trinidad bake and shark, this is my recipe for the "bake" with...

It was another cold day and I was home alone in need of Trini comfort food, so I made myself fried smelt, a substitute for sardines, which are hard to come by. I enjoyed it thoroughly with dhal and freshly...