Category: Main Dishes
Trinidad Chicken Roti
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...
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...
7 Delicious Curry Chicken Recipes Your Family Will Love
Here are some delicious Curry Chicken Recipes, one for each day of the week if you so desire! Welcome to an enticing glimpse into the diverse flavors of Trinidad through our compilation of seven irresistible curry chicken recipes (some may...
Peruvian Roasted Chicken with Green Sauce
Peruvian Roasted Chicken with Green Sauce Peruvian cuisine is a delightful fusion of indigenous flavors, Spanish influences, and hints of Asian and African culinary techniques. Among the many dishes that showcase the rich tapestry of Peruvian gastronomy, Peruvian Roasted Chicken...
Trinidad Fried Bake and Shark: A Culinary Odyssey
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 mins drive, the scenic view of the ocean...
Stewed Beef with Dumplings
This stewed beef with dumplings is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for these cold, winter days. In this recipe, beef is browned using the traditional ‘burning of the sugar’ method. The only difference from stewed chicken is the addition of...
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...
Black Eyed Peas Pelau for Good Luck
Today we are making Trinidad black eyed peas pelau to ensure that the New Year brings with it lots of luck, including success, wealth, and prosperity. Before eating 12 grapes under the table on Old Year’s Night was a thing,...
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...
Stewed Lamb (Instant Pot Option)
Prepare your taste buds for the mouthwatering flavors of this stewed lamb recipe, a delightful fusion of aromatic Caribbean seasonings and succulent lamb that promise to satisfy everyone at home. I used lamb loin in the video; however, lamb chops...
Stewed Turkey With Pigeon Peas
I hope you had a fantastic weekend. As Leo and his dad were busy preparing for winter, I was indoors, cooking up something truly special. Given that turkey season is approaching, I decided to make Stewed turkey with pigeon peas....
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...
Breadfruit Oil Down
TakeExploring the Essence of Oil Down: A Rich Culinary Tradition Oil Down stands as a dish firmly rooted in the heart of Caribbean cuisine. Several islands each has their own version. It centers around pieces of breadfruit that's simmered in...
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...
Irresistible Shrimp Pies
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...
Trini Stewed Chicken with Macaroni and Veggies
Stewed Chicken with Macaroni: succulent bone-in chicken is simmered in a rich and aromatic browning, infused with vibrant Caribbean seasonings, and finished off with boiled macaroni(pasta)! Here’s a childhood favorite that was forgotten over the years, a mouthwatering Trini stewed...
Delicious Curry Calamari(Squid, Cuttlefish, Scuttle)
Calamari and squid are basically the same thing and the term is interchangeable. However, in Trinidad we have a smaller variety known as ‘scuttle’. My Google search for scuttle, another family of squid, was unsuccessful. I learned that it is...