The Food of Trinidad & Tobago with Sasha Martin

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Jalapeños provide heat with fewer calories, while bell peppers offer sweetness without spice.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: pork

Tofu is lower in fat and calories, while pork can be more economical.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: coconut aminos

💰Cheaper: tamari

Coconut aminos are lower in sodium, while tamari is a gluten-free alternative.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Honey offers natural sweetness, while white sugar is often less expensive.

Discuss the blend of cultures in Trinidad and Tobago cuisine.

Mention the importance of balancing spicy dishes with something sweet.

Introduce the concept of a marinade called green seasoning, though no specific ingredients are detailed.

Suggest pairing spicy stewed chicken with orange juice rice, replacing water with orange juice.

Cooking Techniques

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Dietary