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Trinidadian Doubles

Cultural Context

Originating from Trinidad, Doubles is a popular street food that showcases the island's rich culinary heritage. Traditionally served as a breakfast or snack, Doubles consists of two soft, fried flatbreads (bara) filled with spicy chickpeas (channa) and topped with various chutneys. This dish reflects the blend of Indian and Caribbean cultures, with its flavors and spices being a testament to Trinidad's diverse history. Today, Doubles can be found in many variations across the Caribbean and beyond, making it a beloved treat for many.

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30 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon yeast
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 cups flour
1 cup lukewarm water
1 cup cucumber, diced
to taste band
1 cup chickpeas (Chana)
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground jera
1 teaspoon amchur Masala
1 tablespoon green seasoning
2 tablespoons pepper sauce
1 tablespoon tamarind

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

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Black beans provide a similar texture with fewer calories.

curry powder

🥗Healthier: homemade curry blend

💰Cheaper: cumin

Homemade blends can be fresher and cheaper.

chutney

🥗Healthier: salsa

💰Cheaper: ketchup

Salsa offers a fresher flavor profile.

pepper sauce

🥗Healthier: hot sauce

💰Cheaper: sriracha

Hot sauce can be more accessible and still spicy.

1

In a bowl, combine salt, sugar, turmeric, yeast, baking powder, flour, and lukewarm water.

2

Spritz the mixture with oil, cover, and set aside to rest for 15 minutes.

3

In an Instant Pot, add the Chana, baking soda, salt, and cover with enough water.

4

Close the Instant Pot and cook for 1 minute.

5

After cooking, mix the Chana and season with ground jera, amchur Masala, and turmeric powder.

6

Optionally, add green seasoning to taste and adjust salt as needed.

7

After the dough has rested for about 15 minutes, break it into balls and flatten them.

8

Fry the flattened dough in piping hot oil for a few seconds until golden brown, then drain and set aside.

9

Assemble the dish with the Chana, Shadow Benny Chutney, pepper sauce, Tamarind, and cucumber.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmixingblending

Equipment Needed

potmixing bowlblenderrolling pinpaper towels

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegangluten-freenut-free

Allergens

gluten

Also Known As

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