#West Indian food

[forgedfromlove]

Trinidadian Barfi Recipe

Since tomorrow is Diwali, why not celebrate with one of the Caribbean’s most famous East Indian sweets? Recipe from the Naparima Girls’ High School Cookbook, while the above photo is from Foodie Nation:

BARFI

(Makes 32)

1 Ib. powdered full cream milk

1 cup or 8 oz. double cream

1½ cups granulated sugar

¾ cup water

1 tsp. rose water

2 pieces fresh ginger

chopped cherries

chopped almonds

sprinkles

METHOD

1. Mix powered milk and cream (using fingers) until very crumbly.

2. Sift mixture through a sieve.

3. Boil sugar, water, rose water and ginger for approx. 10 minutes; (just before sugar spins a thread) remove ginger.

4. Stir in milk mixture and combine well.

5. Press mixture firmly into greased dish using back of spoon.

6. Decorate with cherries, almonds or sprinkles. Cut when cool.

Enjoy and have a great Diwali 🪔

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My Top 5

in the DMV/DMV area

[rawsophistication]

Saheena Trini Street Food

[vie-belle-vie]

These are a popular street food in my country, we call them fish cakes though.

Saltfish Fritters

[rotishopbronx]

Guyanese Chinese Restaurant Food

Open since 2013, Kaieteur Restaurant & Sports Bar is known for NYC’s most authentic Guyanese Chinese cuisine! A family owned and operated restaurant and sports bar, Kaieteur is known for combining the unique flavors of Chinese and West Indian cuisine, and become a favorite amongst patrons across NYC.

[mhvy]

I've just found out the existence of banhkit sandwich, which is the love child of french-vietnamese bánh mì and west indian bokit 😳😳

I can't die before I get to try this monstrous offspring of a culinary crossover

[bronxrotishop]

West Indian Restaurant Bronx

A family owned and operated restaurant and sports bar, Kaieteur is known for combining the unique flavors of Chinese and West Indian cuisine, and become a favorite amongst patrons across NYC.

[sky-gren]

Chinese Guyanese Restaurant

The Guyanese Chinese community in Queens, New York, is one of the largest and most vibrant in the United States. The food of this community is a delicious fusion of Chinese and Caribbean flavors, and there are many great places to get it in Queens

When it comes to the best Caribbean food Queens, the Guyanese Chinese Queens are in a league of their own. If you're looking for a truly unique culinary experience, then you need to check out the Guyanese Chinese Queens. These talented cooks will tantalize your taste buds with their delicious creations. Trust us, you won't be disappointed!

The restaurant has a wide variety of menu items, including traditional Chinese dishes such as sweet and sour chicken, Kung Pao chicken, and egg fried rice. The restaurant also offers a number of Guyana-specific dishes, such as curry chicken and roti. If you're looking for the best Guyanese Chinese Food in Queens, then Tics Bar is the Restaurant is the place to go!

The Tics Bar and Restaurant menu features many seafood dishes, as well as noodle soups and rice dishes. The prices are very reasonable, and the portions are large. Tics Bar and Restaurant is one of the best Guyanese Chinese restaurants in Queens. If you're looking for delicious food and a vibrant community, you'll find it in Tics Bar and Restaurant.

[colombiacaribe]

[nkogneatho]

if you ever want to eat true indian food (which is not just naan, butter chicken and mango lassi) hit me up. i'll put you on the best food ever based on your taste preferences.

[jewreallythinkthat]

Jewish food 😂😂 more like stolen land and food

Girl (gn) I hope you've never eaten a bagel in your entire life, you wouldn't want those nasty Jewish cooties we garnish them all with 🥱

[rotipizza]

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Ibis Lounge in Philly

[rawsophistication]

Pholourie so yummy! Trini Street Food

[forgedfromlove]

Recipe: Trinidadian Pows

A Caribbean version of bao, this delicacy was brought over to Trinidad by Chinese and Cantonese indentured laborers, and remains a firm favorite among Trinis. Recipe taken from the Naparima Girls’ Cookbook. Photo courtesy of Renz from This Bago Girl.

POW (CHINESE SAVOURY BUNS)

Makes 12

3¼ cups flour

1 tsp. salt

½ cup granulated sugar

1 packet instant yeast (1 tbsp.)

2 tbsp. vegetable oil

1 cup warm water

Filling

1 cup water

1½ Ibs. boneless pork, (minced)

1 tsp. crushed garlic

½ tsp. minced ginger

2 tbsp. sugar

4 tbsp. soy sauce

1 tbsp. oil

½ cup finely chopped onion

1 tbsp. cornflour

2 tsp. sugar

1 tsp. sherry or wine

1/2 cup water

METHOD

In a large bowl combine flour, salt, 1/2 cup sugar and yeast.

2. Combine oil and warm water; pour into flour.

3. Mix until dough holds together.

4. Place on lightly floured board and knead until smooth and elastic (8-10 minutes.).

5. Place in greased bowl; cover and let rise until doubled in size (about 1 hour or more).

6. Season pork with garlic, ginger, 2 tablespoons sugar and 2 tablespoons soy sauce.

7. Fry meat and seasoning in tablespoon oil over high heat (about 8 minutes.).

8. Add onion and cook for 2 minutes more.

9. Combine cornflour, 2 teaspoons sugar, remaining 2 tablespoons soy sauce, sherry and ½ cup water; stir into meat mixture and cook until mixture thickens.

10. When dough is raised turn on a lightly floured board and knead for 1 minute.

11. Divide in 12 equal pieces.

12. Roll each in 4½" diameter, with outer edges slightly thinner.

13. Place 2 tablespoons filling in centre of each circle. Pull edges of dough around and twist to seal.

14. Place each bun on a piece of foil. Cover and let rise until puffy (30 minutes).

15. Steam for 12-15 minutes.

VARIATION: Chicken, shrimp or any other meat could be used instead of pork.

Now go and enjoy yuh sweet hand!!!

[rotishopbronx]

Bakery - Kaieteur Restaurant Bronx

Bakery - Kaieteur Restaurant Bronx

Open since 2013, Kaieteur Restaurant & Sports Bar is known for NYC’s most authentic Guyanese Chinese cuisine!

[the64thfloor]

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