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Estimated reading time: 6 minutes Jamaican Steamed Cabbage — sometimes called Jamaican Cabbage Stir Fry or Jamaican Stir Fry Cabbage— is one of those quiet dishes that completes a plate without competing with anything else. It’s lightly sweet, gently tangy,...

Estimated reading time: 5 minutes Craving Comfort—A Slow Simmered Sunday Some Sundays are guided by tradition, others by inspiration — and for Sunday Lunch Week 43, it was a craving that refused to fade. All month I’d been seeing bowls...

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...

Pelau is one of the most iconic Trini recipes and arguably the national dish of Trinidad. (See my Quick and Simple Chicken Pelau Here.) It’s a beloved one-pot rice dish that combines vegetables, beans, and traditionally, meat. However, in this...

  Mushroom & Bell Pepper Stir Fry is a versatile and delicious side dish that pairs beautifully with various main courses. Whether serving it alongside a perfectly cooked steak or using it as a topping for juicy summer cheeseburgers, this...

This chicken-fried rice recipe is a family favorite. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or weekend lunch or dinner. I make this when I need a fast, easy, and delicious one-pot meal. I can guarantee that it is better--and healthier—than...

Discover the joy of making Chicken Lo Mein (or shrimp) at home—a dish that’s not only delicious but also healthier than takeout. With this easy recipe, you’ll have a nutritious meal ready in no time, perfect for lunch leftovers or...

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...

This chunky veggie stir fry is healthy, nutritious and easy to make. I made it a couple of weeks ago for my Mom’s small birthday party and thought you would appreciate a vegan, veggie dish to start off the new...

Let's make a quick & simple chicken pelau! Happy New Year! Today we will focus on a simple & flavorful dish everyone needs in their arsenal-chicken pelau. What is Chicken Pelau? Chicken pelau is a savory one-pot Trinidadian favorite. Meat...