Category: Potato
Aloo Choka – A Trini Vegan Breakfast Dish
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...
Mastering the Art of Making Trinidad Roti
In Trinidad and Tobago's culinary landscape, few dishes evoke the same level of nostalgia and appreciation as "Trinidad roti.". There is a saying in T&T that is a testament to this fact, "I am not roti, I can't make everyone...
Curry Baigan and Aloo: Vegan Comfort Food
Growing up in the vibrant Caribbean island of Trinidad, the aroma of curry wafting from our kitchen was a reminder of the rich culinary heritage passed down from previous generations. Among the array of dishes Mummy dutifully prepared to nourish...
Tasty 30-Minute Curry Canned Chickpeas and Potatoes
In the whirlwind of our daily lives, sometimes we need a recipe that's not only delicious but also efficient. Our 30-Minute Curry Canned Chickpeas and Potatoes is the answer to your time-strapped kitchen adventures. This delightful curry is a testament...
Mummy’s Curry Aloo | Curry Potato
There's something undeniably comforting about a well-cooked potato dish that warms both the heart and the soul. In today's post, I am excited to share a recipe that has been passed down through generations – Mummy’s Curry Aloo. Her curry...
Shepherd’s Pie
Shepherd’s Pie is one of my absolute favorite comfort foods. It is traditionally made with ground lamb, but can be made with any type of ground meat including chicken, beef or turkey. Just adjust the seasonings as lamb will pack...
Sada Aloo (Stewed Potatoes)
Sada aloo or stewed potatoes was a favorite growing up back in Trinidad. With such simple basic pantry ingredients, I can see why it was so easy to put together. I am sure this dish saved dinners many a times...
Stewed Chicken With Potatoes
A delicious traditional Trini Stewed Chicken with Potatoes for added flavor and a delightful sauce! Seasoned with traditional green seasoning and other aromatics to maximize the flavor. Stewed chicken is a Sunday lunch staple and one of the simplest chicken...
Curry Seafood Medley | Curry Mixed Seafood
This curry seafood medley is the perfect quick meal for a weekday or weekend. The eggplant in this dish is totally optional but helps to stretch the meal if your family has a hearty appetite and you only have only...
Colorful & Healthy Beet and Potato Salad
Growing up my mom made the most delicious and elaborate Sunday lunches for us. This beet and potato salad is inspired by those meals. I have never seen this combination elsewhere. I added the sweet potatoes in my version which...
Homemade Sazon Chicken (Pollo Guisado)
'Sazon Chicken' is a family favorite and this recipe is my twist on a Caribbean Classic, pollo guisado. This recipe is inspired by my favorite Cuban restaurant on Fulton Street, Downtown Manhattan. What is Pollo Guisado--Sazon Chicken? Pollo Guisado(chicken stew),...
Curry Conchs
Curry conch was a delicacy growing up. Nowadays it’s hard to source and very expensive which is why it’s a treat when we do get to enjoy it. Recently, we were able to source some conchs from Astoria Queens. Aunty...
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...
Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes
A perfect creamy, mashed potatoes recipe for Thanksgiving, the Holidays or any Sunday lunch along with stewed chicken and chow mein (my mom's favorite combo) or a pot roast. Growing up in the Caribbean, my job was to whisk the...
Trinidad Curry Aloo | Curry Potato
Trinidad curry aloo, also known as curry potato, is a simple and delicious curry dish that's very affordable and economical. In this recipe, pieces of potato are sautéed in a mild curry and seasoned with herbs. Hot water is then...
Trinidad Fried Aloo
[caption id="attachment_2736" align="aligncenter" width="1744"] Fried Aloo, Grandma's Fried Egg, Kuchela, Sada Roti[/caption] Hope the New Year is going well for you. I am finally getting back to normal-whatever that means and enjoying today off from work! This fried aloo...
CURRY CHANNA AND ALOO WITH BAIGAN | CURRY EGGPLANT AND POTATOES WITH CHICKPEAS
Today I'll teach you how to make my current obsession, - eggplant and potato with chickpeas (curry channa with baigan and aloo). Whatever way you say it, the result is still phenomenal! On weekends, I wake up early to check...
Trinidad Baigan and Aloo with Tomatoes
Trinidad Baigan and Aloo with Tomatoes In early Spring we built a home garden at my country home using raised beds and organic soil. It proved to be quite easy. The greatest challenge was deciding where we would place it....
Best Potato Salad Recipe
In today's post, you will learn to make the best potato salad ever! Happy Spring! I have somehow immersed myself in Spring cleaning(eliminating)--You could say I have been Kondo-ed(Marie Kondo). If you haven't seen that series yet, look for it...