Welcome to the TriniGourmet archive of bean dishes and information. Although they are usually relegated to side dish status there are many healthy benefits to the humble legume. For instance, did you know that beans contain a number of vitamins, minerals and fiber? Additionally, they tend to lessen your appetite and are relatively inexpensive. The fiber contained in beans is also good for helping to lower your cholesterol! So, whether you are looking for a simple salsa, a hearty side-dish or a stunning entr?ɬ
Pelau is one of Trindad’s signature national dishes and I would argue its also our definitive one-pot meal. This is the meal that we make whenever we have informal gatherings (‘limes’) either at home, at a river or on the beach. It also feeds hungry […]