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Aloo Puri with Curry Baigan and Salt Fish

Cultural Context

Aloo Puri with Curry Baigan and Salt Fish is a beloved dish in Trinidad and Tobago, reflecting the rich culinary traditions of the Caribbean. This meal combines the soft, fluffy puris with a spiced potato curry and savory salt fish, often enjoyed during festive occasions and family gatherings. The dish showcases the fusion of Indian and Creole influences, making it a staple in many households. Today, variations exist with different types of fish and vegetables, appealing to diverse tastes.

TrinidadianTTmain
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 cups white flour
1 cup whole wheat flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 cup water
potatoes
4 tablespoons curry powder
salt fish
garlic
tomatoes
green seasoning
vegetable oil

salt fish

🥗Healthier: grilled fish

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is more affordable and still provides protein.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Regular milk is less expensive and widely available.

1

Knead 2 cups of white flour and 1 cup of whole wheat flour with 3 teaspoons of baking powder.

2

Add about 1 cup of water all at once to the flour mixture and mix until combined.

3

Knead the dough until it is soft, then cover and let it rest for about 15 minutes.

4

Peel and cube the potatoes, then fry them in a little oil to season them before cooking.

5

Add 4 tablespoons of curry powder to the potatoes and cook for about 10 minutes on low heat.

6

Prepare the salt fish by rinsing it and boiling it in water.

7

Cut tomatoes very thin and add them to the pot with the salt fish, allowing them to melt into the mixture.

8

Break apart the boiled salt fish without squeezing it to avoid a fibrous texture.

9

Prepare the puri by splitting the rested dough into four pieces and rolling them out.

10

Fill the puri with the potato mixture, pinching the edges to seal them.

11

Heat oil in a deep frying pan and fry the puris until puffed and golden brown.

12

Serve the puris hot with curry baigan and salt fish.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Also Known As

Aloo PuriCurry BaiganSalt Fish

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