10 Must-Try Foods In Trinidad & Tobago 🇹🇹 Foodie Nation

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: almond milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

crab

🥗Healthier: shrimp

💰Cheaper: canned crab

Shrimp is often more accessible and can be less expensive.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Jalapeños provide heat while being easier to find.

dumplings

🥗Healthier: whole wheat dumplings

💰Cheaper: potato dumplings

Whole wheat adds fiber, while potato dumplings can be less expensive.

Clean the crab, removing the shell and gills, and cut into pieces.

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion, garlic, and ginger; sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in curry powder, thyme, and bay leaves; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add crab pieces and toss to coat in the spice mixture; cook for 5 minutes.

Pour in coconut milk and lime juice; bring to a simmer.

Reduce heat and cook for 20-25 minutes until crab is tender and flavors meld.

Meanwhile, prepare dumplings by mixing flour, salt, and water until a dough forms.

Roll dough into small balls and drop into boiling salted water.

Cook dumplings for 10-12 minutes until they float and are cooked through.

Serve crab curry hot with dumplings on the side, garnished with chopped green onions.

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