Trying Trinidadian Food: How To Make Pelau.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: water + coconut extract

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are often less expensive.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: habanero

Jalapeños provide heat with a milder flavor.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free while maintaining similar flavor.

Heat a couple of tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large pot.

Add brown sugar and caramelize it until it turns a deep dark color, stirring constantly to prevent burning.

Once the sugar is dark, add seasoned chicken breast and start the stewing process.

Add chopped onion, garlic, and other aromatic ingredients like bell peppers and carrots.

Stir everything together and let it cook, allowing the liquid to evaporate a bit.

Incorporate rice and black-eyed peas into the mixture.

Pour in coconut milk and enough water to cover the rice; season with salt as needed.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low; cover and simmer until rice is tender.

Add chopped scotch bonnet pepper and any additional vegetables; stir gently.

Cover and cook for an additional time until vegetables are tender.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Dietary