Caribbean
Puerto Rican Beef Stew
Puerto Rican Beef Stew 1 tablespoon vegetable oil2 pounds beef top round, cut into 1-inch cubes2 green bell peppers, seeded and chopped2 onions, chopped4 cloves garlic, finely chopped1/4 cup chopped cilantro leaves2 tablespoons vinegar1 teaspoon dried oregano1 cup tomato sauce3 bay leavesSalt and freshly-ground pepper, to taste1/2 pound carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces1/2 pound potatoes, […]
Trinidadian Curry Powder
Trinidadian Curry Powder 4 tablespoons cumin seeds2 tablespoons whole coriander seeds1 tablespoon cloves1 tablespoon poppy seeds1 tablespoon mustard seeds2 tablespoons ground cayenne pepper2 tablespoons ground cinnamon2 tablespoons star anise1 tablespoon fenugreek seeds1 tablespoon black peppercorns4 tablespoons ground turmeric4 tablespoons ground ginger Roast the cumin and coriander in a dry saute pan until fragrant, just a […]
Piri Piri
Piri Piri 2 red chile peppers1 cup olive oilZest of 1 lemon1 bay leaf Combine chile peppers with olive oil, zest and bay leaf in a jar with a tight-fitting lid. Leave it in a warm spot for two or three weeks. The longer you keep the Piri Piri, the hotter it will get. A […]