Doubles

Go to the vibrant streets of Trinidad and Tobago, where the air is filled with the uncontrollable aroma of a beloved local street food: doubles. Doubles are made of two soft, fluffy flatbreads, known as bara, that are filled to the brim with curried chickpeas. The chickpeas are cooked with yummy spices like cumin and turmeric, giving them a really special flavor. The contrast of the soft bread and the spicy chickpeas is what makes it so good. That’s the reason why it has become one of the most popular Caribbean street foods.

Now, the star of the show is the curried chickpeas. They're cooked to perfection with a blend of spices that can include cumin, turmeric, and sometimes a hint of tamarind for that extra zing. The result? A rich, aromatic, and slightly spicy filling that's absolute addictive.

What's even better is the personal touch you can add to your doubles. Want to crank up the heat? Go ahead and douse it with some extra hot pepper sauce. Craving a bit of sweetness? Drizzle some tamarind chutney on top. The beauty of doubles lies in the ability to tailor it to your taste and enjoy it just the way you like it.

People in Trinidad and Tobago love to grab doubles for breakfast or as a quick, convenient snack anytime during the day. It's something that brings everyone together, no matter who you are or where you come from. They're super affordable too, making them accessible to everyone.

Country origin: Trinidad and Tobago

Main ingredients: Bara (fried bread pieces), curried chickpeas (chickpeas, curry sauce, cumin, turmeric, and other aromatic seasonings), pepper sauce, tamarind sauce

Recommended places: Ali's Doubles Barataria in San Juan, Trinidad and Tobago

Price range: about $2 to $6