FOOD IN DOMINICA - Caribbean Cooking Class!

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk reduces calories while adding a nutty flavor.

seafood

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: tofu

Tofu offers a plant-based protein alternative.

pork

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Chicken thighs are more affordable and still flavorful.

plantains

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: regular potatoes

Sweet potatoes provide similar sweetness with more nutrients.

Prepare rice according to package instructions until fluffy.

Rinse beans and cook in a pot with water until tender, about 30 minutes.

Marinate chicken with lime juice, garlic, and spices for at least 30 minutes.

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and fry the marinated chicken until golden brown, about 6-8 minutes per side.

In a separate pot, sauté onions and bell peppers until soft, about 5 minutes.

Add tomatoes and cook until they break down, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in cooked beans and coconut milk, simmer for 10 minutes.

Fry plantains in hot oil until golden and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Serve rice topped with chicken and sauce, alongside fried plantains.

Cooking Techniques

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