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Trinidad Doubles

Cultural Context

Originating from the streets of Trinidad, Doubles are a beloved street food made of two fried flatbreads filled with spicy chickpeas. Traditionally served with various chutneys and toppings, they embody the vibrant flavors of Trinidadian cuisine. Today, Doubles have gained popularity beyond Trinidad, enjoyed by food lovers around the world as a delicious and filling snack.

TrinidadianTTmain
90 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups channa/ chick peas
1/2 cup dhal / split peas
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp roasted geera powder
1/2 tsp amchar massala
1 tbsp green seasoning
1/2 tsp turmeric
2 cups all purpose flour
1 tsp salt
1 level tsp baking powder
2 tsp yeast
2 1/2 cups luke warm water
2 tsp oil
1/8 tsp turmeric powder
cucumber

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: canned chickpeas

Canned chickpeas save time and effort.

coconut chutney

🥗Healthier: avocado spread

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Sour cream is more accessible and adds creaminess.

1

Boil chickpeas in a pot until tender, adding baking soda for authenticity.

2

In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, yeast, and turmeric powder.

3

Gradually add lukewarm water to the flour mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.

4

Add oil to the dough mixture and knead until smooth.

5

Divide the dough into small balls and let rest for a while.

6

Flatten each dough ball into a disc and fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.

7

In a separate pan, combine boiled chickpeas with roasted geera powder, amchar massala, green seasoning, and salt, and mix well.

8

Assemble by placing chickpea mixture between two fried discs and top with cucumber.

Cooking Techniques

soakingboilingfryingmixingsautéing

Equipment Needed

simpinlarge bowldeep pan

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

vegetarianvegan

Allergens

gluten

Also Known As

DoublesChanna Doubles

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