Trinidadian culinary traditions have been influenced by as much its geographical location as the influence of the various national that invaded and colonised these islands at one point or another over a long period of time. Trinidadian food is a melting pot of global influences, from Indian, Chinese and African food to European, Creole and Mexican food. These have all come together to create the unique Caribbean taste, and the use of ingredients that infuse and blend savoury and sweet tastes in a way that makes me think- 'surely that couldn't work' but surprisingly does! And, does it very well indeed.
I have to admit that I don't know much about Trinidadian food. My own naive perception of this rich culinary culture was limited to the knowledge that they used a lot of sweet potato, yams and sweet peppers. So, when I saw a recipe for Trinidadian stew on the Food Network the other day, it was certainly worth a try. But, being me, I had to adapt it, of course. So, here's my take on the Trinidadian Stew.
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