West Indian Recipes

Baigan Choka Recipe

Baigan Choka Recipe

Since I last posted, life has been full of flavor and excitement—business travel, a beach lime with my cousins (fried bake and shark, saltfish and tomatoes, fry bodi for breakfast, and curried duck with dhal and rice for lunch), my sister’s baby shower, and even [continue reading]

Trinidad Curry Chicken

Trinidad Curry Chicken

What is curry chicken? Curry chicken is essentially pieces of chicken seasoned with green seasoning and simmered in a flavorful curry base. Each cook has their variation, however, there is one constant and that is the use of green seasoning. Green seasoning is a blend [continue reading]

Gulgula | Banana Fritters

Gulgula | Banana Fritters

‘Trinidad Gulgula’ are flavorful, deep-fried banana fritters.” Gulgula Recipe: Traditional Banana Fritters You’ll Love If you’re looking for a quick, sweet snack or a simple dessert, look no further than Gulgula, the traditional banana fritters! Made with just a handful of ingredients, these delicious fritters [continue reading]

Trinidad Dhal Recipe….and a story about Grandma

Trinidad Dhal Recipe….and a story about Grandma

  Dhal is to Trinidad what split pea soup is to the rest of the world. Dried split peas are cooked with sufficient water, turmeric, garlic and a whole hot pepper until the dhal is tender. It is then swizzled to create a smooth, creamy [continue reading]

Trinidad Fried Bake (Fry Bakes) | Floats

Trinidad Fried Bake (Fry Bakes) | Floats

Trini Fried Bake is a beloved staple in Trinidadian cuisine, known for its fluffy inside and golden, crispy exterior. Despite the name, fried bake is a soft, slightly chewy flatbread that’s fried to perfection. It’s incredibly versatile, often served as a complement to savory dishes [continue reading]