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Caribbean BBQ Sauce

Caribbean BBQ Sauce

3.9

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place vegetable oil, bacon, and onion in a medium skillet over medium high heat. Cook until bacon is evenly brown and onion is tender.
  2. 2 Stir tomato sauce and rum into the skillet with bacon and onion, and reduce heat. Simmer about 2 minutes. Mix in lemon juice, brown sugar, and chili sauce. Continue to simmer about 8 minutes.

By SMTUNE

Mangu

Mangu

4.2

Prep
15 min
Cook
25 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place the plantains and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, and cook 20 minutes, until plantains are tender but slightly firm. Drain, reserving 1 cup of the liquid. Cool plantains, and peel.
  2. 2 Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, and saute the onion until tender.
  3. 3 In a bowl, mash the plantains with the reserved liquid and salt. Transfer to a food processor, mix in the peppers, and puree. Serve the pureed plantain mixture topped with the onions.

By fotografiado

Black Beans with Coconut Water

Black Beans with Coconut Water

4.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
65 min
Total
75 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Cook and stir bacon, onion, and jalapeno over medium heat in a medium-sized soup pot until bacon begins to brown and is mostly cooked through, about 5 minutes. Stir in black beans, coconut water, white cooking wine, cumin, and bay leaf. Cover and cook over medium heat until thickened, about 1 hour.

By Shawn T

Hot Pepper Sauce - A Trinidadian Staple

Hot Pepper Sauce - A Trinidadian Staple

4.7

Prep
30 min
Cook
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Wearing disposable gloves, and being careful not to get any in your eyes or on your skin, roughly chop the habanero peppers. Place the habanero peppers, mango, onion, green onions, and garlic into a blender. Pour in the vinegar, lime juice, and vegetable oil, cover the blender, and pulse until the mixture is very finely chopped. Stop the blender, and add dry mustard powder, salt, curry powder, and lime zest. Blend again until the sauce is smooth. Pour into clean jars, and store in refrigerator.

By Trini

Cindy's Yellow Rice

Cindy's Yellow Rice

4.4

Prep
10 min
Cook
25 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Bring water to a boil in a saucepan. Add rice, onion, olive oil, turmeric, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer until water is absorbed and rice is tender, about 20 minutes.
  3. 3 Fluff rice with a fork before serving.

By cindy_richelle

Saltfish Buljol

Saltfish Buljol

4.7

Prep
15 min
Cook
30 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 To remove excess salt from the fish, bring the fish to a boil in a large pot of water. Drain the water, and repeat the process. Drain the fish, flake, and press liquid out.
  2. 2 In a large skillet, saute oil, onions, tomatoes, and peppers for 2 minutes. Mix in flaked saltfish, lemon juice, and hot pepper. Cook mixture at a low heat until the moisture has almost completely evaporated.
  3. 3 Pile the mixture into the center of a serving dish, and arrange lettuce and avocado around it.

By JulieMango

West Indian Curried Chicken

West Indian Curried Chicken

4.4

Prep
25 min
Cook
35 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken, onions, and garlic until the chicken has browned; about 5 minutes. Stir in potatoes, salt, and curry powder; add enough water to cover the chicken halfway. Cover, and simmer until tender, 30 to 40 minutes. Season to taste with hot pepper sauce.

By DANIELLE2877

Bahamian Baked Grouper

Bahamian Baked Grouper

4.1

Prep
20 min
Cook
60 min
Total
560 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Arrange the grouper on a plate. Drizzle the lime juice over the fillets and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight or 8 hours.
  2. 2 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
  3. 3 Lay the fillets in the prepared baking dish in a single layer. Arrange the tomato slices, onion slices, and bell pepper slices atop the fillets. Cover with aluminum foil.
  4. 4 Bake in preheated oven until the fish flakes easily, about 1 hour.

By Kristal

A Jerky Chicken

A Jerky Chicken

4.4

Prep
60 min
Cook
15 min
Total
75 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine the onion, brown sugar, soy sauce, vinegar, thyme, sesame oil, garlic, allspice and habanero pepper in the container of a food processor or blender. Process until smooth. Place the chicken into a large resealable bag, and pour in 3/4 of the sauce. Squeeze out excess air, and seal. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least one hour.
  2. 2 Preheat your oven's broiler.
  3. 3 Remove chicken from bag, and discard marinade. Broil chicken for 10 to 15 minutes, turning once to ensure even cooking. Heat remaining sauce in a small pan, and pour over chicken when serving.

By RIKKLEA

Bistec Encebollao

Bistec Encebollao

4.6

Prep
15 min
Cook
40 min
Total
295 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine steak, onions, beef stock, olive oil, vinegar, garlic, Sazón seasoning, salt, and oregano in a large resealable plastic bag; toss to coat steak with marinade. Squeeze out excess air and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator at least 4 hours up to 2 days.
  2. 2 Transfer steak and marinade to a large deep skillet; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer until steak is fork-tender, about 40 minutes.

By HANZOtheRAZOR

Island-Style Sardines and Rice

Island-Style Sardines and Rice

4.5

Prep
15 min
Cook
10 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Melt coconut oil in a skillet over medium heat; add tomato, onion, garlic, and scotch bonnet chile pepper. Cook and stir tomato mixture until onion is almost translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. 2 Pour sardines and soybean oil into tomato-onion mixture; mash fish with a fork until incorporated. Cover skillet, reduce to low, and cook until sardines are heated through, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Serve sardine mixture over rice.

By SJames456

Ropa Vieja in a Slow Cooker

Ropa Vieja in a Slow Cooker

4.3

Prep
15 min
Cook
450 min
Total
465 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Pierce beef roast and place it into a slow cooker with bell peppers, onions, and garlic. Stir in tomato paste and vinegar. Sprinkle with garlic powder, seasoned salt, salt, and black pepper.
  2. 2 Cover and cook on Low until beef is tender, 7 to 8 hours. Remove beef and shred into long strands using 2 forks. Return shredded meat to the slow cooker; mix until combined.
  3. 3 Cover and continue cooking on Low until meat and vegetables are very tender, about 30 minutes.

By NC baking girl

Haitian Fried Chicken

Haitian Fried Chicken

4.8

Prep
15 min
Cook
30 min
Total
75 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine chicken legs, lemon juice, onion, garlic, seasoned salt, paprika, thyme, pepper, and cloves in a large bowl. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to 12 hours.
  2. 2 Heat oil in a deep fryer or large saucepan over medium-high heat. Fry chicken in batches until golden brown, about 8 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Drain on paper towels.

By cremebrulee

Stuffed Turkey Legs

Stuffed Turkey Legs

4.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
45 min
Total
65 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Make numerous vertical slits in the turkey legs.
  2. 2 In a small bowl combine olive oil, salt, pepper, teriyaki sauce, vinegar, and oregano. Add turkey legs and toss to coat. Let marinate while you prepare vegetables and bacon.
  3. 3 Cut onion, green pepper, and bacon into small squares (approximately the same size as the slits in the legs).
  4. 4 Fill each slit with one piece of pepper, onion, and bacon.
  5. 5 After the legs are stuffed, brown them in the oil mixture on medium-high heat for 5 minutes. Reduce the temperature to low and cover. Cook for 40 to 45 minutes or until the meat starts to separate from the bone. If the legs dry out when cooking, add a little water to the skillet and lower the temperature.

By Zulma Lozano

Slow Cooker Pernil Pork

Slow Cooker Pernil Pork

4.5

Prep
20 min
Cook
360 min
Total
380 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Pulse garlic, onion, oregano, cumin, chile pepper, salt, and pepper together in a blender, pouring in vinegar and enough olive oil until mixture is pasty. Scrape down sides of the blender as necessary to fully incorporate. Spread this mixture all over the pork loin, and place into a slow cooker.
  2. 2 Cook on Low until the pork is fork tender, 6 to 8 hours. When ready, cut the pork into chunks, or shred; garnish with lime wedges to serve.

By Country Cook

Conch Salad

Conch Salad

5.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
Total
200 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Tenderize conch with a meat mallet. Cut into bite-sized chunks; transfer to a glass bowl. Add 1 cup lemon juice; cover bowl with plastic wrap. Soak conch in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
  2. 2 Drain off and discard lemon juice. Transfer conch to another bowl. Add tomatoes, onion, bell pepper, cucumber, seasoning blend, and seasoned salt; mix thoroughly.
  3. 3 Transfer conch mixture to a container. Add tomato juice, remaining 1/4 cup lemon juice, and lime juice; mix well. Stir in vinegar and hot sauce. Cover and refrigerate until flavors combine, about 1 hour. Serve cold.

By Carl B

Sofrito

Sofrito

4.8

Prep
20 min
Cook
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine ají dulce peppers, onions, tomatoes, green peppers, red peppers, and garlic in a food processor; pulse a few times. Add cilantro stems, recao stems, salt, and pepper. Process until a semi-chunky salsa (not watery) consistency is reached.
  2. 2 Store in a resealable plastic freezer bag. Use as needed or freeze in portions.

By FIVEBRIGS

Red Beans

Red Beans

4.6

Prep
15 min
Cook
25 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a blender or food processor, puree onion, bell pepper, garlic, cilantro, and annatto powder. Set mixture aside.
  2. 2 Heat a large, heavy saucepan over medium heat. Pour in olive oil and saute ham with pureed mixture for 10 minutes, until browned. Mix in beans, potatoes, pumpkin, water, and salt. Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, for approximately 25 minutes, until mixture thickens and potatoes and pumpkin are tender.

By Rossana

Jamaican Cabbage

Jamaican Cabbage

4.5

Prep
20 min
Cook
20 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Peel tough outer leaves from cabbage. Core the head and shred cabbage; set aside.
  2. 2 Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; add onion, bell pepper, and green onion. Cook and stir vegetables until softened, about 5 minutes. Mix in Scotch bonnet pepper, thyme, and salt.
  3. 3 Stir cabbage and carrots into onion mixture until thoroughly combined. Cover the skillet and reduce heat to medium-low; cook, stirring occasionally, until cabbage starts to soften, about 10 minutes.
  4. 4 Stir in vinegar and sugar. Cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until cabbage is tender, about 3 more minutes. Discard Scotch bonnet pepper and thyme before serving.

By NewBerry

Gourmet Pastelillos (Meat Pies)

Gourmet Pastelillos (Meat Pies)

4.8

Prep
20 min
Cook
35 min
Total
55 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in hot oil until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in onion, tomato sauce, olives, sofrito, sazòn, garlic, and oregano. Bring to a simmer and cook until mixture is thickened, about 15 minutes.
  2. 2 Spoon 1 heaping tablespoon meat mixture into the middle of a disco. Moisten the edges, fold dough to form a half-moon, and press with a fork to seal. Repeat with remaining meat mixture and discos.
  3. 3 Heat oil in a deep fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Working in batches, fry pastelillos in hot oil until golden brown and bubbly, about 3 minutes. Drain on paper towels before serving.

By Joanna

Corn and Rice

Corn and Rice

4.4

Prep
20 min
Cook
50 min
Total
70 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir bacon in the hot skillet until grease begins to render. Add onion, bell pepper, and thyme; cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is nearly translucent. Reduce heat to medium-low and stir in tomato sauce, browning sauce, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes; simmer for 3 minutes.
  2. 2 Add corn; simmer for 3 more minutes. Slowly pour in water while stirring. Increase heat to high and stir in rice; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer until liquid is absorbed, about 30 minutes.
  3. 3 Fluff rice mixture with a fork to serve.

By Kristal

Caribbean Curried Peas (Lentils)

Caribbean Curried Peas (Lentils)

4.6

Prep
25 min
Cook
50 min
Total
75 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat canola oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat; cook and stir onion, carrots, salt, black pepper, and sugar until onion is a deep brown color, 15 to 20 minutes. Reduce heat to medium; add garlic, chile pepper, ginger, and curry powder. Stir constantly to incorporate, about 5 minutes.
  2. 2 Increase heat to medium heat and stir 1 can vegetable broth into onion mixture. Scrape up any vegetables or curry powder stuck to the bottom of the pot with a wooden spoon. Add lentils and remaining 1 can of vegetable broth; cook until lentils are tender, about 30 minutes. Stir cilantro into lentils before serving.

By Liz and Sylvan

Caribbean BBQ Sauce II

Caribbean BBQ Sauce II

4.4

Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather the ingredients.
  2. 2 Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir in the onion, garlic, and ginger, and cook until tender.
  3. 3 Reduce heat to low. Mix in ketchup, brown sugar, molasses, rum, hoisin sauce, tomato paste, vinegar, chili powder, and cayenne pepper. Cook and stir 5 minutes, until well blended and heated through. Stir in remaining rum.

By BAJATHECAT

Jay's Jerk Chicken

Jay's Jerk Chicken

4.7

Prep
20 min
Cook
10 min
Total
270 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Combine green onions, onion, chile pepper, soy sauce, vinegar, vegetable oil, brown sugar, thyme, cloves, nutmeg, and allspice in a food processor or blender; process for about 15 seconds.
  3. 3 Place the chicken in a medium bowl, and coat with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for 4 to 6 hours, or overnight.
  4. 4 Preheat grill for high heat. Lightly oil grill grate. Cook chicken breasts on the prepared grill until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 8 to 10 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  5. 5 Transfer chicken to a platter and serve with lime wedges.

By KIBADA22

Jamaican Curried Goat

Jamaican Curried Goat

4.6

Prep
15 min
Cook
105 min
Total
180 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine goat meat, chile peppers, curry powder, garlic, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator, 1 hour to overnight.
  2. 2 Remove goat meat mixture from bowl; pat dry, reserving marinade. Heat vegetable oil in a stockpot over medium-high heat. Cook goat meat in batches, browning on all sides, 5 to 6 minutes per batch; transfer to a plate. Add onion and celery to stockpot; cook and stir until onion begins to brown, 4 to 6 minutes.
  3. 3 Stir goat meat into onion mixture. Add reserved marinade, vegetable broth, and bay leaf; bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 1 hour. Stir in potatoes; simmer until potatoes and meat are tender, 35 to 45 minutes more.
  4. 4 Remove stockpot from heat; skim off surface fat and remove bay leaf.

By Roxy

Jamaican Jerk Shrimp in Foil

Jamaican Jerk Shrimp in Foil

3.5

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat a grill for medium-high heat.
  2. 2 Combine soy sauce, vinegar, onion, olive oil, green onions, thyme, habanero peppers, sugar, nutmeg, allspice, and cloves in a food processor; blend for about 15 seconds to make the jerk seasoning.
  3. 3 Shape foil into a bowl. Add shrimp and pour in enough jerk seasoning to cover. Place the foil bowl on the grill. Seal the top, leaving a small opening. Grill until pink, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes. Pour shrimp into a medium bowl.
  4. 4 Heat the remaining sauce in a small saucepan over medium heat, 2 to 3 minutes. Spoon sauce over shrimp.

By JOHN MITSCHKE