Trini Indian Things

PHOLOURIE

You can never say no to Pholourie, no matter what diet you’re on, one simply doesn’t want to hear no when this is being passed around. If you do not like pholourie, then half of your life is missing. Try this recipe below;

INGREDIENTS

·        1 lb. flour

·        10 leaves shado beni/ bandania

·        5 small cloves garlic

·        1 small hot pepper

·        ½ tsp. saffron

·        1 tsp. yeast

·        1 tsp. salt

·        1 cup water

·        ½ tsp. baking powder

·        Oil for frying

INSTRUCTIONS

1.    Mix the flour, yeast and baking powder. Add the saffron and salt. Mix well.

2.    In a separate bowl mix minced bandania leaves, minced hot peppers, garlic and water. Add about three tablespoons of it to the flour a little at a time while mixing.

3.    Mix to a smooth thick paste and leave to raise for about an hour.

4.    Heat oil in a heavy skillet and drop batter with wet finger tips into the hot oil. Cook until slightly brown. Drain and place on paper towels.

Hope you liked it!!!