Hops are a favourite in Trinidad and Tobago and are great when you place a piece of Homebaked Ham inside. Ingredients 1 package dry yeast 2 tsp sugar 1 tbsp melted shortening 4 cups white flour 2 cups wholewheat flour 2 1/2 cups warm water 2 tsp salt Preparation 1. Pour warm water into a [...]

This is a plain roti, made of white flour. Because it is the simplest roti to make, it is the most commonly consumed roti in Trinidad. It is a popular breakfast option in Trinidad, in combination with tomato choka, baigan choka (eggplant), and other vegetable dishes. Ingredients 4 cups flour 4 teaspoons baking powder 1 [...]

This is an exciting time for Easy Caribbean Shop. We have started an online Trinidad Roti Shop right from our website. We have been selling Roti, Aloo Pie, Pholourie and have recently added Doubles. The Roti is sent to customers in the Uk only and we have been getting some great feedback. It is difficult [...]

We have been busy adding a whole new range of products to the website. You will now be able to order all the Indian Spices needed alongside your Jerk Seasoning. herbs and Spices are very important in Caribbean Cooking and some of the best spice brands come from india. We have added lots of Rajah [...]

Pastelles are a traditional Trini Christmas delicacy and one I absolutely love. They are easy to prepare but a little time consuming. Wrapping them in fig leaves to steam makes all the difference with the overall flavour and also makes a much better textured pastelle. The leaves allow the steam to penetrate the pastelle, allowing [...]