Coleslaw is a side dish that complements many dishes. In Trinidad, we enjoy it with pelau, callaloo and other main foods. As with most dishes, there are different variations. Here’s my version. INGREDIENTS: 3 cups cabbage, grated 1/2 cup carrots, grated 1/2 tbsp brown sugar 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1 tsp Apple cider vinegar Salt and…
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GARLIC HERB YOGURT DIP
I never realized how much I enjoy yogurt based dips as a side dish until recently. For someone like myself who loves to eat with pepper, having this dish helps to balance the heat in the food! It’s amazing and a MUST TRY! INGREDIENTS: 1 cup plain yogurt 4-5 cloves garlic, grated 2 tbsp chopped…
CHUNKY VEG
INGREDIENTS: 1 lb veggies (any type you like) 2 tbsp margarine 1/2 – 3/4 tsp TAI KONG fried rice and veg seasoning 1/2 tsp JGM PRODUCTS parsley 1 tsp sesame oil I usually any type of veggies I find in my fridge. This is a super easy dish for you to try! Check out the…
POTATO SALAD
Potato salad is one of those ‘must have’ side dishes when you are eating certain meals. Today’s menu included VEGETABLE RICE, baked chicken and of course potato salad! Potato salad is also loved alongside CHICKEN PELAU With many dishes, it’s always important to remember that there are various versions but this is how I prepare mine. SERVING: 3-4…
ALOO (POTATO) CHOKA
Aloo choka is a popular dish in Trinidad. It’s a very simple yet delicious dish and is one of my favorite things to have with curry, dhal and rice. Yesterday I was just in the mood for some hot and peppery curry!…Sooo I just went for it…and had some kitchen fun! I made curried chicken,…
SAUTÉED ZUCCHINI AND CARROTS
Simple..easy…quick! That’s how I’ll describe this dish. I love to have veggies or salads with meals so for today’s meal I decided to do a simple saute with zucchini and carrots. This recipe is super easy with minimal ingredients which makes it even easier to follow….so hope you try it out! 😀 INGREDIENTS: 2 medium…
PAN ROASTED BRUSSEL SPROUTS AND CHICK PEAS
Sometimes I honestly have no idea what to make for dinner especially when I didn’t go grocery shopping and there are limited pantry items to choose from at home. For dinner today, I pulled some brussel sprouts from the refrigerator and chick peas from the pantry and decided to roast them. At times, I prefer…
CHICK PEAS SALAD
INGREDIENTS: 1 tin of chick peas (drained) – approx 16oz 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil 1 chopped tomato 2 cloves grated garlic 2 tbsp chopped red onions 1 – 1 1/2 tbsp JGM Products parsley 1/4 tsp JGM Products black pepper 1/2 tsp salt METHOD: Combine all ingredients. Mix well. Refrigerate until ready for use….
CUCUMBER SALSA
INGREDIENTS: 2 medium cucumbers (diced) 1 chopped small pimento 6 leaves chopped chadon beni (culantro) 3 cloves grated garlic 2 tbsp diced red onion 1/2 tbsp finely chopped hot pepper 1 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp lemon juice 1/2 tbsp salt 1 tsp JGM Products Black Pepper METHOD: Combine all ingredients and mix thoroughly Refrigerate…
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