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Can You Enjoy Caribbean Doubles With Less Spice? - The Caribbean Expert

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Trinidadian Doubles

Cultural Context

Originating from Trinidad, Doubles is a popular street food that showcases the island's rich culinary heritage. Traditionally served as a breakfast or snack, Doubles consists of two soft, fried flatbreads (bara) filled with spicy chickpeas (channa) and topped with various chutneys. This dish reflects the blend of Indian and Caribbean cultures, with its flavors and spices being a testament to Trinidad's diverse history. Today, Doubles can be found in many variations across the Caribbean and beyond, making it a beloved treat for many.

TrinidadianTTmain
30 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
1 cup chickpeas
1 medium onion
3 cloves garlic
1/4 cup cilantro (shadon benny)
2 tablespoons pepper sauce

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Black beans provide a similar texture with fewer calories.

curry powder

🥗Healthier: homemade curry blend

💰Cheaper: cumin

Homemade blends can be fresher and cheaper.

chutney

🥗Healthier: salsa

💰Cheaper: ketchup

Salsa offers a fresher flavor profile.

pepper sauce

🥗Healthier: hot sauce

💰Cheaper: sriracha

Hot sauce can be more accessible and still spicy.

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Discuss the concept of enjoying Caribbean doubles with less spice.

2

Explain that doubles is a fried dough filled with chickpea curry.

3

Mention that vendors can adjust the spice level upon request.

4

Suggest asking for less pepper sauce or omitting it entirely.

5

Highlight that the chickpea curry is seasoned with onion, garlic, and herbs.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmixingblending

Equipment Needed

potmixing bowlblender

Spice Level:

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Dietary

veganplant-basedgluten-freenut-free

Allergens

gluten

Also Known As

DoublesTrini Doubles

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