Category: TRINIDAD RECIPES
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...
Stewed Gizzards
Stewed gizzards was a childhood favorite. Weekend errands at the nearest town with my dad always ended up at the Chinese mart. They sold hops bread with a variety of choices including stewed gizzards. We always enjoyed our hops bread...
Curry Chicken with Eggplant and Chickpeas
In today's recipe feature, I will be sharing my delicious recipe for curry chicken with eggplant and chickpeas. Are you tired of the same old chicken recipes that lack the excitement you crave? Look no further than this mouth-watering curry...
TURKISH INSPIRED LAMB STEW (LAMB SAUTE)
Every month, we purchase a package of lamb chops from the bulk store, which prompts me to get creative with our usual rotation of lamb recipes, such as curry, stew, grilled, BBQ and baked. Occasionally, I'm inspired to create something...
Flavorful Geera Rice
Geera rice is a fragrant and flavorful dish that's perfect for any occasion. This delectable recipe combines the warmth of roasted cumin with the subtle sweetness of jasmine or basmati rice, creating a symphony of flavors that will entice your...
Trini Cassava Oil Down With Spinach
Oil down is essentially pieces of cassava or breadfruit simmered in coconut milk and herbs until it becomes a creamy texture. Today I am preparing a straightforward variation with cassava, also known as yucca. Traditional ingredients include breadfruit cooked with...
Simple Coconut Curry Fish
Here is a simple and delicious recipe for Coconut Curry Fish that I think you'll love. It’s much simpler than my original curry fish recipe since we are not pre-frying the fish. This curry fish is an absolutely delicious and...
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....
Geera Pork
Geera pork is a favorite appetizer (cutters) or main course and the ultimate comfort food for limes(hanging out) and around the holiday season. As the name implies, geera, also known as cumin is the prominent flavor. This spice perfectly compliments...
Curry Stew Chicken
Trini curry stew chicken is the ultimate mashup of sweet. spicy and savory. If you love Trinidad's curry chicken and stew chicken, you will love this winning combination. In my recipe, the chicken pieces are seasoned with curry and fresh...
Trini Stewed Pork | Holiday Recipes
Stewed pork is a Christmas special in our family. We celebrate Christmas every year at my sister’s house and my mom prepares a feast that also includes stewed chicken, curry duck, callaloo, stewed red beans, macaroni pie, potato salad, salad,...
Cousin Maria’s Extra Cheesy Macaroni Pie | Baked Mac and Cheese
My Cousin Maria makes the best macaroni pie! This is her extra cheesy version which she brings to every family get together. I made it a few months ago to take to a fall pumpkin festival as I thought it...
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...
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,...
Simple Pot Bake or Roast Bake – Stovetop Version
Roast Bakes or Pot bakes, as they are referred to, are nothing short of heavenly. Accompanied by eggs, slathered with butter or cheese, or breaking off a piece to scoop up smoked herring and tomatoes, saltfish and tomatoes or buljol...
Kachori and Raw Mango Chutney
Along with aloo pie, saheena, baiganee, pholourie and doubles, Kachori is another popular street food, shack, appetizer or breakfast. This delicious snack is vegan, high in protein and fiber and can be gluten free. It is traditionally served with mango...
Onion Fry Bake using an Electric Mixer
Fried Bake (also known as "fry bake") is another very popular Trinidadian breakfast "bread". It is actually fried, not baked. If you have heard of the most famous Trinidad bake and shark, this is my recipe for the "bake" with...