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How To Make Trini Beef Pelau | Foodie Nation x Chef Jeremy Lovell

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Beef Pelau

Cultural Context

Beef Pelau is a beloved dish in Trinidad and Tobago, often served at gatherings and celebrations. This one-pot meal combines seasoned beef, rice, and peas, all cooked together for a rich, flavorful experience. The use of coconut milk adds a creamy texture, while the scotch bonnet pepper gives it a distinct kick. Variations exist across the Caribbean, but the essence of Pelau remains the same—bringing people together around a hearty meal.

CaribbeanTTmain
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 lb beef
2 cups rice
1 cup pumpkin (diced)
1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas)
1 cup coconut milk
1 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon thyme
1 scotch bonnet pepper (whole)
1/2 cup green onions (chopped)
1/4 cup shadow benny (chopped)
1/2 cup celery (chopped)

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

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + coconut extract

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner, and pork can be more affordable.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: salt

Tamari is gluten-free, while salt is a basic alternative.

peas

🥗Healthier: edamame

💰Cheaper: canned peas

Canned peas are less expensive and readily available.

1

Season the beef with grind seasoning and massage it in.

2

Let the seasoned beef sit for a while.

3

Brown sugar in a pot until it reaches a caramel color.

4

Add vegetable oil to the pot with the browned sugar.

5

Add the beef to the pot and coat it in the sugar mixture.

6

Cover and let the beef cook for about 20 minutes, checking for tenderness.

7

Add chopped vegetables and pumpkin to the pot.

8

Wash the rice before adding it to the pot.

9

Pour in the coconut milk to cover the rice.

10

Cover the pot and let it cook for about 20 minutes.

11

Add finishing herbs like shadow benny and celery at the end before serving.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingbrowningsautéing

Equipment Needed

large potcutting boardknifespoon

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

PelauTrinidadian Pelau

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