Category: Low Carb
Grilled BBQ Chicken for a Small Party
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|Upar Gaar| Pepper Choka| A Fiery Side Dish
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...
Quick & Tasty Corned Beef & Tomatoes
Corned beef & tomatoes is a quick, simple, tasty & affordable dish made using canned corned beef. Perfect for a weeknight dinner to satisfy your hungry family. I grew up in a Hindu household and there was no beef or...
Stewed Chicken Wings
Happy Mother's Day to all the moms and mommy figures. May your day be filled with love and lots of relaxation. Here is a simple recipe that anyone can make for you (send this post as a hint) to celebrate...
Trinidad Curry Chicken
Trinidad Curry Chicken stands as a testament to the fusion of cultures that defines Trinidadian cuisine. Born from the historical migration of Indian Indentured laborers to Trinidad during the colonial era, this dish embodies the vibrant flavors and rich history...
Simple Stewed Chicken – Using Less Sugar
Here is a recipe for a simple stewed chicken - using less sugar. Stewed chicken is a Trinidadian Classic. Today, we are doing it a little differently-- and healthier. My promise to myself was to start decreasing the amount of...
Holiday Baked Pork Shoulder
Baked pork or oven-roasted pork around the holidays is a must. This pork is seasoned with a flavorful blend of dried and fresh oregano, adobo, black pepper, a generous amount of minced garlic, green seasoning, onion, and hot pepper. After...
20 Min Boneless Curry Chicken -Quick, Tasty & Simple
This recipe for Boneless Curry Chicken aims to provide a straightforward and delicious option for both novice cooks and those unfamiliar with Caribbean cuisine. It is designed to eliminate the complexities often associated with traditional Caribbean curry recipes, such as...
20 Min Instant Pot Curry Stew Goat with Skin
Curry Stew Goat with the skin is on a whole other level of deliciousness, however, there are challenges involved in making it. What do you do when you have a desire for and plan to cook goat with a bad...
BBQ Pork Belly: A Finger-Licking Caribbean Delight
If you're a food enthusiast, BBQ Pork Belly is the epitome of comfort food that will transport your taste buds to a world of smoky goodness. Whether you're planning a summer BBQ, a cookout, or simply enjoying a casual gathering...
Shrimp and Peppers Stir Fry
Shrimp and Peppers Stir Fry saved dinner! One evening after work my daughter Dari craved shrimp tacos. When I mentioned that there was shrimp in the freezer, she was concerned that it will take too long to defrost. She was...
Beef & Broccoli Stir Fry – Takeout at Home
Looking for a quick and easy meal that's both delicious and healthy? Look no further than this Beef & Broccoli Stir Fry recipe! Packed with protein, fiber, and flavor, this dish can be on the table in just 30 minutes....
Quick & Tasty Zucchini & Carrot Fritter (Low Carb)
If you're looking for a quick, easy and tasty low-carb breakfast or lunch idea, consider making this savory zucchini and carrot fritter/pancake. Simply mix grated zucchini and carrot with eggs, scallions, chopped celery leaves, onion, garlic, almond flour, coconut flour,...
Oven Roasted Lamb Chops (BBQ Option)
If you're looking for a simple and delicious way to prepare lamb chops, try this recipe! The lamb chops are seasoned with a delicious blend of cumin, oregano, and lemon juice and are then oven roasted under the broiler. The...
Curried Shrimp and Pigeon Peas
During my last trip to Trinidad, my aunty Toy (Dad’s sister) made me the most delicious curry shrimp with pigeon peas and dhalpuri roti. I have been craving it for a while and decided to call her for the recipe....
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,...
Jerk Turkey (Cook in Oven, Grill or Smoker)
In this jerk turkey recipe, the turkey is seasoned with a traditional jerk seasoning and marinated for a minimum of two days. I like marinating it up to two weeks in advance, keeping it in the freezer, and removing it...
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...
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...