Vegetarian Cooking from Trinidad and Other Caribbean Islands - Tapa blanda

Not a vegetarian? Not a problem. This cookbook is for anyone who likes to cook and wants to try a different cuisine. These delicious recipes can be used as side dishes for any occasion. These recipes are not only healthy, but also very pleasing to the eye, and rich in flavor. From salads to appetizers, to soups and dals, to the secret of making different types of rice, delicious vegetables, and desserts with a Caribbean flair, everyone will discover a favorite dish. Growing up in Trinidad, the food was tasty and wholesome, yet light and filling. My athletic daughters were competing at international levels and it was important that the meals were balanced. In order to maintain their strength for the long hours of training, I had to find a way to get them to eat nutritiously. These dishes seemed to work well.