Is THIS The Best TRINI FOOD in BARBADOS? Doubles, Bake & Herring, and Aloo Pie!

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Black beans maintain protein content while offering a different flavor.

mango chutney

🥗Healthier: apple chutney

💰Cheaper: homemade fruit preserve

Apple chutney is lower in sugar and can be made easily.

curry powder

🥗Healthier: homemade curry spice blend

💰Cheaper: cumin and turmeric

Homemade blends can be fresher and tailored to taste.

pepper sauce

🥗Healthier: salsa

💰Cheaper: hot sauce

Salsa can provide a fresh flavor with less heat.

Prepare the dough for the barra using all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

Heat oil until very hot for frying.

Flatten the dough by pushing and pulling it.

Fry the flattened dough in hot oil until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.

Drain the fried dough on paper towels.

Prepare the filling using chickpeas and seasonings.

Assemble by placing a spoonful of chickpea filling between two pieces of fried dough.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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Dietary

Allergens