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Grenadian Independence Breakfast

Cultural Context

Originating from Grenada, the Independence Breakfast is a festive meal celebrating the nation’s independence on February 7th. It features a blend of local ingredients and flavors, symbolizing the rich culinary heritage of the island. Traditionally enjoyed on Independence Day, it has become a cherished dish that showcases the island's agricultural bounty. Today, variations can be found in Caribbean communities worldwide, reflecting the diaspora's connection to their roots.

CaribbeanGDbreakfast
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
0.5 cups almond flour
0.5 cups oat flour
1 cup plain flour
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon yeast
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup coconut milk
0.25 cups shortening
1 lb salt fish
1 medium onion
2 cloves garlic
2 medium tomatoes
1 medium bell pepper
1 medium carrot
2 tablespoons coconut oil
1 cinnamon stick
2 bay leaves
2 whole cloves

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

salt fish

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Grilled chicken is leaner, while canned tuna is more affordable.

green bananas

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: regular potatoes

Sweet potatoes offer more nutrients, while regular potatoes are often cheaper.

fried plantains

🥗Healthier: baked plantains

💰Cheaper: none

Baked plantains maintain flavor with less oil.

coconut oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is usually less expensive.

1

Add coconut and sugar to a bowl.

2

Warm shortening and add it to the bowl.

3

Mix in yeast and salt.

4

Add almond flour and oat flour to the mixture.

5

Mix in organic coconut milk.

6

Set the dough aside to rest for 25 minutes.

7

Prepare salt fish with onion, garlic, tomatoes, bell peppers, and carrot.

8

Heat coconut oil in a frying pan.

9

Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.

10

Add bell peppers and sauté for a few minutes.

11

Add tomatoes and carrot, mix well.

12

Incorporate the seasoned salt fish and taste for flavor, adding salt as needed.

13

Allow to sauté on low heat for a few minutes.

14

Prepare the bake by kneading the dough and cutting it into six pieces.

15

Shape the dough into round bakes and make impressions with a fork.

16

Bake in the oven for 25 to 30 minutes.

17

Prepare cocoa tea with cocoa ball, cinnamon, bay leaves, and cloves, and boil.

Cooking Techniques

boilingfryingsautéing

Equipment Needed

skilletpotcutting boardknife

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Independence Day BreakfastGrenada Breakfast

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