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Trinidad Bake and Shark

Cultural Context

Trinidad Bake and Shark is a beloved street food originating from Trinidad and Tobago, often enjoyed at beaches. Traditionally made with fried shark fillets tucked into a soft, fried dough, it's a symbol of local culinary culture. The dish is typically garnished with fresh vegetables and sauces, reflecting the vibrant flavors of Caribbean cuisine. Today, Bake and Shark has gained popularity beyond its origins, with variations appearing in various Caribbean communities and food festivals.

CaribbeanTTmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb shark fillets
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon sugar
1 cup water
2 teaspoons yeast
1 cup coconut oil
2 cups cabbage, shredded
1 medium tomato, diced
1 medium onion, diced
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
1 lime, juiced
to taste hot sauce
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon seasoning salt

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

shark fillets

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken

💰Cheaper: tilapia

Grilled chicken is lower in calories and tilapia is more affordable.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cornmeal

Whole wheat flour adds fiber, while cornmeal is often less expensive.

coconut oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier, and vegetable oil is usually cheaper.

hot sauce

🥗Healthier: salsa

💰Cheaper: ketchup

Salsa offers a fresh taste, while ketchup is often less costly.

1

Mix flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar in a bowl.

2

Dissolve yeast in warm water and let it sit for 5 minutes.

3

Combine the yeast mixture with the dry ingredients and knead until smooth.

4

Cover the dough and let it rise for 1 hour until doubled in size.

5

Heat coconut oil in a deep pan over medium heat until hot.

6

Divide the dough into equal portions and flatten each into a disc.

7

Fry the dough discs in the hot oil until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.

8

Remove the fried bakes and drain on paper towels.

9

Season shark fillets with salt, pepper, and seasoning salt.

10

Pan-fry the shark fillets in a separate skillet until cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side.

11

Assemble by placing shark fillets in the fried bakes.

12

Top with shredded cabbage, diced tomatoes, onions, cilantro, lime juice, and hot sauce.

Cooking Techniques

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Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

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