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Trinbagonian Bake

Cultural Context

The Trinbagonian Bake, often referred to as Bake and Shark, is a beloved street food originating from Trinidad and Tobago. Traditionally, it features fried dough stuffed with seasoned fish, often shark, and is a staple at beachside vendors. This dish embodies the vibrant culinary culture of the islands, showcasing local flavors and ingredients. Today, it has evolved with various fillings and toppings, appealing to both locals and tourists alike.

TrinidadianTTmain
90 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 lb shark meat
2 cups flour
1 tablespoon yeast
1 cup water
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
2 tablespoons cooking oil
1 teaspoon lime juice
3 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 cup cabbage, shredded
1 cup tomato, diced
1 cup onion, sliced
1 cup lettuce, shredded
1/4 cup mustard
1/4 cup chili sauce
1/4 cup garlic sauce

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

fish

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken

💰Cheaper: tofu

Tofu offers a plant-based protein alternative.

cooking oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is often less expensive.

1

The dish consists of two pieces of fried flat bread called bake.

2

Fried shark meat is placed between the two pieces of bake.

3

Add onions, pineapples, mustard, chili sauce, and garlic sauce in between the bake.

4

The shark meat is confirmed to be real shark meat, not a substitute.

5

Bacon shark is described as a popular fast food item in Trinidad and Tobago.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingfrying

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlrolling pindeep frying panspatulameasuring cups

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Bake and SharkShark Bake

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