Trinidadian Doubles with Spiced Bean Filling
Crispy, golden fried dough pockets filled with a savory spiced bean mixture, inspired by Trinidadian street food. This caribbean-inspired vegan ready in about 45 minutes pairs plantain, black beans, onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 medium, fried and sliced plantain
- 1 cup, cooked black beans
- 1/2 cup, diced onion
- 1/4 cup, grated carrot
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1/2 scotch bonnet pepper
- 1 tsp, fresh thyme
- 1/2 tsp allspice
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1 egg
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, mix 1 cup cooked black beans, 1/2 cup diced onion, 1/4 cup grated carrot, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1/2 tsp scotch bonnet pepper, 1 tsp thyme, 1/2 tsp allspice, and 1/2 tsp salt. Set aside.
- Step 2: In another bowl, combine 1/2 cup flour and 1 beaten egg. Dip plantain slices into the batter, then fry in hot oil until golden and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Step 3: Stuff each fried plantain pocket with the spiced bean mixture and serve warm.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Trinidadian Doubles with Spiced Bean Filling take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (25 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Trinidadian Doubles with Spiced Bean Filling?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep plantain from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Trinidadian Doubles with Spiced Bean Filling?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Trinidadian Doubles with Spiced Bean Filling for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Trinidadian Doubles with Spiced Bean Filling?
Caribbean vegan like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Added some red pepper flakes for heat — highly recommend.
- ★★★★★
My whole family loved this.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
