What is Cabbage with Saltfish? Cabbage with Saltfish is a quick, flavorful Caribbean stir-fry where tender-crisp cabbage meets golden, flaked saltfish. This dry version—made without tomatoes—keeps the flavors concentrated while allowing both ingredients to stand out equally. It’s simple, budget-friendly,...
Sautéed Buljol – A Cooked Take on a Traditional Favorite Buljol is a beloved Trinidadian dish, typically made with saltfish (salted cod or salted pollock) and fresh aromatics including onion, garlic, and hot pepper. While the traditional version, which my...
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 a blend of coconut milk, meat, spinach and fresh seasonings,...
We have not travelled in 2 years because of the pandemic. So, naturally on our short staycation during the third week of February I wanted to bring the warm sunny islands of the Caribbean to us. To do so, I...
As I mentioned on IG and Facebook, the husband loved this combination of saltfish and veggies with flour dumplings so much he insisted that I remake and filmed this for everyone. This looks like I cooked all day but would...
Buljol is a Trinidadian classic and weekend breakfast staple. It's been a while! Where do I start! To give you a quick snapshot, since my last post I resigned from my position of 11 years, left my comfort zone, and...
Accra, cod fish fritter, saltfish fritter, cod cakes or bacalaitos, however it is referred to in your area of the planet, does not induce childhood memories. Heck, I don’t even recall eating it as a child, and prior to...
This dish of tomatoes and saltfish or 'saltfish and tomatoes', garlic, fresh thyme, scallions, and onions is so addicting, that there will be no leftovers for the next day! Easy Like A Sunday Morning Served with Trinidadian Fried Bake, it's comfort food...
