The national dishs of Barbados

Barbados' national food, cou-cou and flying fish, is revered by both young and elderly generations. The fresh fish stew, with its mellow flavors, is especially ideal for a typical wet day. Outside of the Caribbean, flying fish is difficult to get by, but sea bass works just as well and is much easier to come by! In Barbados, fresh caught fish is often celebrated in recipes like this, so get the fish as fresh as possible and enjoy the love and warmth of Bajan cooking when you make this at home. The recipe includes seasoned and marinated flying fish with cou-cou (cornmeal, okras, fresh herbs, and butter), which is traditionally eaten on Fridays. After then, the dish is covered with a flavorful tomato sauce.

Going to a Fish Fry on a Friday night is a highly common Barbadian pastime. The Oistin's Fish Fry, held in the charming fishing hamlet of Oistins on the island's south coast, is the most popular event. On weekends, locals and visitors alike will come there to try fried or grilled tuna, swordfish, or even lobster!