I've adopted this method adding a little cider vinagar to the mix. I’m hoping they are similar since I have lots of practice with the doubles, lol! Im from Puerto Rico and my husband from Trinidad. Being born in Zanzibar, Tanzania, with roots in Goa, India, living in England for 14years and now in Trinidad, I can say that I have experienced varied culinary delights. I am still waiting for my copy of your book to arrive (should be any day) but I was reading this recipe and grinning at your comments about the lack of availability certain ingredients in Canada (I live in Nova Scotia six months a year)…. Stir to coat … Its so much easier to season and do your cooking. Thanks for the recipes!! Hi Chris, I totally agree and I am from Trinidad. Chris I am Trinidadian living in London. Hi Chris, I don’t think it is fair to say it is Carribean, when I believe only the Trinidadians use it. Hey Chris, I've seen my friend from Trinidad make this to season fish with. Green Seasoning Paste – what dishes or other uses would you recommend to use this for. My God, I had the same blender for the last 35 years, just replaced it a few months ago. the peppers!!! Thanks. In North America you get stalks, however in the Caribbean (Markets) it’s more about the thin stems and abundance leafy part. can be confusing. Well these are my EYE'S and I'm calling it like I SEE IT. hey chris i would like to share some of my recipes with you. How much thym when ya use dried one instead of fresh thym? And those are usually focused on the delightful tastes we’ve put together right here–sweet onions, crisp celery, green and red peppers and a touch of parsley flakes. You mentioned the cilantro subsitution isn't as pungent. good idea with the ice cubes will try it Donna Trinidad. Keep up the great work. Thanks, Tez. 52100026862 (2.37oz) Juanita, North Carolina(Crucian Yum Catering,LLC). of ginger-root….. you’ll be surprised at the enhanced flavour. // ]]> I wanted to let you know that we have been traveling to Jamaica for many many years now and we love Jamaican cooking. Thanks for sharing this! I will however try the freezing suggestion you gave the next time I get chive etc. Thank you for the recepie. This is so interesting! Dear Chris I hope Caribbeans won’t be offended by the modifications I made, I used sweet pepper as I cannot have anything spicy. Now I know why. ), Thanks for stopping by and leaving your comments everyone! Zatarain's® Dehydrated Sweet Bell Pepper Fresh, high quality, All Natural red and green bell peppers add a delicious vegetable flavor to any dish. i also added some salt to keep the greenness.great work keep it up.some long islanders enjoy my cooking. I am in Grenada now and will make this when I get back to Canada. See my take in the comments above. for all the wonderful recipes and cooking advice..My parents emigrated to the US when I was quite little and I never got to learn how to cook Trinidadian food the "real" way. I may sound bitter and I am because I give it the benefit of the doubt saying " maybe I'm looking at it wrong ,but after consecutively viewing the show and seeing us being cut first even in instances where the opponents food was clearly not a good. As said before, as a Frenchman, I have a special love for the Caribbean Islands and their so-varied gastronomy! My grandmother used to make this. Hello Chris. In a bowl, mix the browned beef, cooked rice, 1 can tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, garlic … i doh see that in your recipes…cuz i know you know thats different from cilantro?? Not everyone like it because of its strong flavor. If you put it in a simple text editor the pictures will not be there. I have been using this method and I agree with your preparation. While the meat thaws, it marinates, and because of freezing the seasoning looses its strength, that is why I use the extra fresh seasonings. Remember when that and Avocado were the colours of choice for kitchen appliances . Don’t know how many of you use it this way but massaging it in to your chicken or fish and leaving it to marinade in the fridge is amazing! Yes, you heard me well: a Frenchman playing cricket in Japan, and right under Mount Fuji! Excellent seasoning I will add a bit of fresh rosemary. El Yucateco Salsa Picante De Chile Habanero Green Hot Sauce Review. Hi chris this is jennifer, thank you for including me in your site on carrbbbean pot. Blue Diamond Bold Sriracha Almonds, 6 Ounce, Vitamin D3 by Nature’s Bounty for Immune Support. I'm from Trinidad . I am a born Trini, lived in the US for 34 years and now retired back home. hi, Chris i must say thanks for accepting me on your website. I am from Guyana and we use the green seasoning. Again I love the site…keep up the great work. Place the pepper pieces onto the grill with the inside facing down. I do have one ingredient added to my homemade, 1/4 cup cubed green papaya, especially for meats. You have no idea how happy I’am to find your site. You can also get a couple ice cube trays from the dollar store and fill each ice cube area 1/4 up with the seasoning mix and then freeze. So long, happy cooking! If you were to add the spanish thyme and shado beni – how much would you use of each? Saute onion until translucent. We cook mostly west Indian food all the time. Later! Love the creativity and plain out down to earth cooking. They can roll all the footage they filmed from the beginning Thanks so much for this… Very helpful indeed. I have tried many of your recipes, thank you for making life easier, lol love it!!! Hi Chris, I always cook with freshly chopped seasoning . Versatile & flavorful. I saw the question about pimento. To be honest, I’m a bit envious… I wish I could get the “real” ingredients as you so easily do in Barbados. Green Bell Pepper Flakes is also known as Sweet Pepper, and is used in recipes like soups, stews, omelets, sauces and dips. Hooray! Hello Kathleen, happy to have you over at CaribbeanPot.com. I am from Grenada and green seasoning is a staple in our kitchen. And Lord forbid a Black person is put on Chopped Chef believe me now, he or she is the first one CHOPPED. In September I’ll be on the islands for my sister’s wedding… maybe I’ll do an updated post with authentic ingredients. Got a chance to eat just about everything I could…lol, hot doubles in the morning! Like you, I grew up watching "kick ups" at Pyramid in down town Port of Spain, was no match against my brothers as Scorpion or Snake, should have been Silver Fox or Norther Kicks. A viewer do n't see my foods barely being represented to share your thoughts motors that I do get Culantro/! 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