Wondering how to make a delicious hummus? Believe me… it’s super easy! Here’s my recipe: INGREDIENTS: 1 1/2 cups cooked chickpeas/ Channa 1/2 cup tahini sauce 3 cloves garlic 1/2 – 3/4 tsp salt (can be adjusted according to your preference) 3/4 tsp cumin or JGM PRODUCTS roasted geera 1/2 tsp JGM PRODUCTS paprika 1/4…
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CURRIED FISH WITH PEAS
Trinis curry just about everything…and curry fish is a popular local dish here in Trinidad. Usually people prefer using kingfish or redfish but today I am using salmon. In my recipe I am also going to be including pigeon peas as it’s hubba’s favorite! Here is the recipe: INGREDIENTS: TO SEASON FISH: 1 salmon, sliced…
PASTA SALAD WITH SHREDDED CHICKEN
Do you or your family love pasta and chicken? This quick and easy pasta dish with shredded chicken is ideal for you! INGREDIENTS: 2 medium chicken breast 300g twisted pasta 1 tin mixed vegetables 1 cup chopped parsley and onion combined (I used about 2 cups of fresh parsley and half red onion… which after…
CURRY STEW CHICKEN
Curry Stew Chicken is one of those classic local dishes in Trinidad. It’s the perfect combination of curry and stew and I guarantee you will love it! The recipe is pretty much simple. SERVINGS: 6-7 persons INGREDIENTS: 1 whole chicken, washed, cleaned and cut into small pieces 1 small onion, sliced 3 tbsp JGM…
CARAILLE/BITTER MELON
Caraille or, as it is also called, Bitter Melon is veryyyyy bitter and not liked by many people. I, however, LOVE it (notice the emphasis with the use of the CAPS lol) with dhal and rice! Some people also eat it with roti but I prefer the rice and dhal. This fruit/vegetable requires some preparation…
GRATED COCONUT CHUTNEY (SPICY CONDIMENT)
Today I had some kitchen fun with one of the best cooks ever… my Mummy! She whipped up curry duck, dhal, rice, caraille(bitter melon) and some roasted coconut chutney!!! Coconut chutney is just an amazingly delicious condiment that goes so so so well with curry dishes and many street foods here in Trinidad and Tobago….
CHICKEN AND VEGGIES – EASY AFTER WORK MEAL IDEA
Here in Trinidad and Tobago it is back to school and back to work for those who were on vacation. The hustle is on again and at the end of a longggg day you still have to prepare dinner for you and the family. Chicken and veggies is a super simple dish to put together…
CORNMEAL COO COO
Coo Coo was one of those dishes I never really grew up eating but for some reason now I absolutely love it! I think its the cornmeal taste that I love! This flavor packed dish is quite easy to put together and takes less than 30 mins! The key ingredients are cornmeal, coconut milk and ochro!…
CURRY TURKEY??? – What to do with LEFTOVER turkey!
Tis the season where there’s turkey on just about everyone’s dinner table… not to mention the large amounts of leftovers after the festivities. This easy meal idea is perfect for those, like myself, who not only dislikes wasting food but also enjoys a good West Indian curry! Take the leftover turkey and make a whole…
CURRY DUCK
Curried duck??? Oh yes!!!! This is a favorite here in Trinidad! People love having it at beach limes, at the river on a weekend or just as a part of their Sunday meal! The method of cooking curry is always something that is constantly debated. Some people insist on ‘toasting’ the curry powder before adding…
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