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HOW TO MAKE ST.LUCIAN BOUILLON || COOKING WITH MY GRANNY EP #4 || TERRI-ANN’S KITCHEN

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St. Lucian Bouillon

Cultural Context

St. Lucian Bouillon is a traditional dish that reflects the island's rich culinary heritage, combining influences from African, French, and Indian cuisines. This hearty stew is often prepared for family gatherings and festive occasions, symbolizing warmth and hospitality. Today, variations of bouillon can be found throughout the Caribbean, each with unique local ingredients and flavors.

CaribbeanLCmain
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 cups water
chicken back
green banana
yam
cabbage
flour
all-purpose seasoning
thyme
fresh blend seasoning
lentils

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and pork is often less expensive.

green bananas

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: plantains

Zucchini is lower in calories, while plantains are more readily available.

thyme

🥗Healthier: oregano

💰Cheaper: parsley

Oregano provides a similar flavor profile, while parsley is often cheaper.

bay leaves

🥗Healthier: dried basil

💰Cheaper: fresh herbs

Dried basil can substitute for bay leaves in flavor.

1

Put lentils in a pot and add 2 cups of water.

2

Season the chicken with all-purpose seasoning, thyme, and fresh blend seasoning, then mix it up and let it rest for 20 minutes.

3

Add the seasoned chicken to the pot with lentils.

4

Cook for 30 minutes.

5

Peel the green banana and yam.

6

Add the peeled banana and yam to the pot and cook for 5 minutes.

7

Add 1 cup of water and the cabbage to the pot, cover it, and let it cook for 5 minutes.

8

Check the pot to see if everything is nicely cooked.

9

Add dumplings to the pot and check the salt, adding more all-purpose seasoning if needed.

10

Allow the dumplings to cook for 10 minutes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingsautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

potcutting boardknife

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Bouillon St. LucieBouillon Creole

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