Trinidadian Doubles with Chickpeas and Tamarind Sauce
Trinidadian doubles feature soft flatbreads filled with spiced chickpeas and tangy tamarind sauce, ready in 50 minutes.
Trinidadian doubles are a beloved street food, combining spiced chickpeas and tangy tamarind. This dish showcases vibrant Caribbean flavors.
Why This Recipe Works
Layered Flavors: The combination of spices and tangy tamarind creates a rich taste that complements the chickpeas.
Soft Flatbreads: Using a light dough yields soft, warm flatbreads that perfectly hold the filling.
Quick Preparation: With pre-soaked chickpeas, the cooking time is minimized, making it accessible for a weeknight dinner.
Chef's Pro Tip: Allow the chickpea mixture to cool slightly before filling the flatbreads for easier assembly.
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
30 min
Total Time
50 min
Servings
Ingredients
Directions
- 1
Rinse and drain soaked chickpeas, then boil with cumin, coriander, turmeric, and salt for 20 minutes.
- 2
In a pan, heat oil and sauté onions and green chilies until soft, then add boiled chickpeas.
- 3
Mix tamarind paste into the chickpeas, simmer for 5 minutes, and set aside.
- 4
Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl, then gradually add water to form a dough.
- 5
Divide dough into small balls, flatten each into a disc, and cook on a hot surface until golden.
- 6
Assemble by placing the chickpea filling between two flatbreads and serve warm.
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Nutrition Facts
Per serving
fat
8g
carbs
60g
fiber
10g
sodium
400mg
protein
12g
calories
350




