Conkie [Kankee, as it is pronounced in Guyana] is a sweet dish made with cornmeal, pumpkin, coconut, sugar and warm spices steamed in a banana leaf. Some variations include adding…
Browsing Category Wholesome Caribbean
Ground Beef Chow Mein {Whole30}
Ground Beef Chow Mein is the quick and easy one pot meal you have been missing. Whether on or off a Whole30 round this dish remains in constant rotation in…
Boneless Brown Stew Chicken
Brown Stew Chicken is a Caribbean Staple. I make it often using my Chicken Stew recipe found here. Sometimes I am in a rush and need to whip up a…
Skillet Jerk Chicken Thighs
Skillet Jerk Chicken Thighs is the delicious main attraction your meals are missing. This easy to prepare and easy to make dish is loaded with traditional jerk flavor and can…
“Fried” Okra
“Fried” Okra or Fry Okro as it is called in Guyana, is one of my favorite ways to eat okra/o. I love vegetables that are sautéed in fat, with minimal…
Seasoned Plantain Fries with Easy Fry Sauce
Seasoned Plantain Fries were a huge part of my childhood. Today I am happy to share these with my own children, who are almost 8, 3 1/2 and 1 1/2….
Tangy Mango Vinaigrette {Whole30, Paleo, Vegan}
Tangy Mango Vinaigrette brings together all the flavors of spring and summer in a bright and fresh dressing that pairs perfectly well with any salad. This salad dressing stars, Saucy…
Gluten Free Short Crust Pastry Dough
Gluten Free Short Crust Pastry is a gluten free way to make the pastry dough used in most Guyanese pastries. When I first discovered my gluten sensitivity in 2015, I…
Gluten Free Crunchy Mithai
Gluten free Crunchy Mithai is a great way to enjoy one of my favorite snacks without the tummy ache that I get from gluten. Most of you know that I…
