May: Caribbean Street Food

May: Caribbean Street Food

Doubles – A Taste of Caribbean Street Food

This May, we’re bringing the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean streets straight to your kitchen with one of Trinidad’s most beloved street foods: **Doubles**. These delicious handheld delights feature soft, fluffy fried flatbreads filled with curried chickpeas, onions, garlic, and spices. The combination of warm, spiced chickpeas and the pillowy turmeric-infused dough makes for a flavorful and satisfying snack or light meal. Whether you’re hosting a casual get-together or just craving something authentic and flavorful, Doubles are the perfect introduction to Caribbean street food. Let’s dive into this island favorite!

May: Caribbean Street Food

Recipe: Doubles

  • Ingredients:
    • 2 cups chickpeas (cooked)
    • 2 tbsp curry powder
    • 1 onion, chopped
    • 1 garlic clove, minced
    • 1 cup flour
    • 1 tsp turmeric
    • ½ tsp yeast
  • Instructions:
    1. Mix flour, turmeric, yeast, and water to form dough. Let it rise for 1 hour.
    2. Roll dough into small discs and fry until golden brown.
    3. Sauté onion, garlic, and curry powder, then add chickpeas. Serve on fried dough with chutney.
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