How To Make Trini Beef Pelau | Foodie Nation x Chef Jeremy Lovell
Recipe Information
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.
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.
Season the beef with grind seasoning and massage it in.
Let the seasoned beef sit for a while.
Brown sugar in a pot until it reaches a caramel color.
Add vegetable oil to the pot with the browned sugar.
Add the beef to the pot and coat it in the sugar mixture.
Cover and let the beef cook for about 20 minutes, checking for tenderness.
Add chopped vegetables and pumpkin to the pot.
Wash the rice before adding it to the pot.
Pour in the coconut milk to cover the rice.
Cover the pot and let it cook for about 20 minutes.
Add finishing herbs like shadow benny and celery at the end before serving.
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