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National Dish Trinidad and Tobago: Pumpkin and Saltfish (Recipe)
Meet Pumpkin and Saltfish, a Trinbagonian favourite that pairs sweet, tender pumpkin with savoury flakes of salted cod. This …
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No dish is officially crowned in Trinidad and Tobago, yet crab and callaloo comes closest, smooth dasheen-leaf callaloo topped with blue crab. Begin with our Callaloo recipe and work through 117 authentic Trinidadian recipes.
The Most Famous Trinidadian Dishes
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Crab and callaloo
Discover Callaloo, the beloved national dish of Trinidad and Tobago. This velvety green stew of dasheen leaves, okra and coconut milk is the taste of the Caribbean in a bowl, rich, …
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Trini Pepper Shrimp
If you like your seafood with a serious kick, Pepper Shrimp is calling your name. This Trinbagonian favourite tosses plump, fresh prawns in a fiery blend of Scotch bonnet peppers, …
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Doubles
Discover doubles, the street food that Trinidad and Tobago calls its own. Two pillowy fried flatbreads, known as bara, are piled high with a fragrant curried chickpea filling and …
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National Dish Trinidad and Tobago: Pudding and Souse (Recipe)
Discover Pudding and Souse, one of Trinidad’s most cherished national dishes. Tender, slow-cooked pork is bathed in a …
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National Dish Trinidad and Tobago: Pineapple Upside Down Cake (Recipe)
Discover the Pineapple Upside Down Cake, a dessert that Trinidad and Tobago has taken firmly to its heart. Juicy caramelised …
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National Dish Trinidad and Tobago: Pineapple Chow (Recipe)
Discover Pineapple Chow, Trinidad and Tobago’s most refreshing street snack. Juicy pineapple is tossed with zesty lime, …
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National Dish Trinidad and Tobago: Pholourie with Mango Chutney (Recipe)
Discover pholourie with mango chutney, one of Trinidad and Tobago’s best-loved street-food treats. These crisp little balls …
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National Dish Trinidad and Tobago: Pholourie (Recipe)
Discover Pholourie, one of Trinidad and Tobago’s best-loved street snacks. These crisp, golden balls of spiced lentil batter …
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National Dish Trinidad and Tobago: Pepper Shrimp (Recipe)
If you like your seafood with a serious kick, Pepper Shrimp is calling your name. This Trinbagonian favourite tosses plump, fresh …
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National Dish Trinidad and Tobago: Pepper Roti (Recipe)
Discover Pepper Roti, one of Trinidad and Tobago’s best-loved savoury treats. This fiery filled flatbread packs a punch of …
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National Dish Trinidad and Tobago: Pelau (Recipe)
Discover Pelau, the beloved one-pot pride of Trinidad and Tobago. Fragrant rice simmers with tender meat, sweet peas and creamy …
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National Dish Trinidad and Tobago: Paw Paw Balls (Recipe)
Discover Paw Paw Balls, an exotic sweet treat from Trinidad and Tobago. These crisp, golden morsels of fresh papaya in a light …
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National Dish Trinidad and Tobago: Paratha Roti (Recipe)
Discover Paratha Roti, the buttery, flaky flatbread that Trinidadians simply cannot get enough of. Soft, tender and rich with a …
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National Dish Trinidad and Tobago: Oil Down (Recipe)
Discover Oil Down, the soul-warming one-pot classic of Trinidad and Tobago. Tender fish, hearty vegetables and warming spices come …
Read more →What is the national dish of Trinidad and Tobago?
Trinidad and Tobago has no single official national dish, but crab and callaloo is the one most often given that title, smooth dasheen-leaf callaloo topped with blue crab. A step-by-step recipe is on this page, alongside 116 more authentic Trinidadian recipes.
What food is Trinidad and Tobago famous for?
Beyond crab and callaloo, Trinidad and Tobago is famous for dishes like Trini Pepper Shrimp and Doubles. This page collects 117 authentic Trinidadian recipes, from everyday classics to festive specialities.