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Trinidad Roast Bake

Cultural Context

Originating from Trinidad, Roast Bake is a beloved bread often enjoyed with various fillings, reflecting the island's rich culinary heritage. Traditionally served with fried fish or stews, it represents the fusion of indigenous, African, and Indian influences in Trinidadian cuisine. Today, Roast Bake is a popular choice for breakfast or as a snack, with variations found in other Caribbean islands and beyond.

TrinidadianTTother
45 min
easy
12 servings
Servings4
2 cups flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 tablespoons butter
3/4 cups lukewarm water

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds flavor and is a healthier fat alternative.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: self-rising flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories, while water can be used for a lighter bake.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey is a natural sweetener with health benefits.

1

Start with 2 cups of flour.

2

Add 3 teaspoons of baking powder and 1 teaspoon of salt.

3

Mix in 1 tablespoon of brown sugar and then add 2 tablespoons of butter.

4

Mix all the dry ingredients together before adding any liquid.

5

Gradually add 3/4 cups of lukewarm water to the flour mixture while mixing.

6

Continue mixing until a soft dough forms.

7

Let the dough rest for 5 minutes.

8

Knead the dough again to make it smoother.

9

Sprinkle flour on the countertop and on the rolling pin to prevent sticking.

10

Roll out the dough to a thickness that is not too thin, keeping it a bit thick.

11

Transfer the rolled dough to a baking tray.

12

Use a fork to poke holes in the dough for decoration.

13

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

14

Bake for about 25 minutes until risen and golden brown.

15

Let the bake cool for a little while before cutting it open to see the inside.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

mixing bowlrolling pinbaking trayoven

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

BakeRoast Bake

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