Trini Corn Soup Carnival

Trini Corn Soup Carnival is a popular street food in Trinidad and Tobago, especially during the annual Carnival celebration. This hearty and flavorful soup is perfect for warming up on a cool evening or enjoying as a satisfying meal.

Vegetarian Gluten Free Soup Trinidad and Tobago Carnival Street Food Trinidadian
Trini Corn Soup Carnival

Ingredients

  • 2 cups corn kernels
  • 1 lb stewing beef, cut into small pieces
  • 1 cup diced pumpkin
  • 1 cup diced carrots
  • 1 cup diced potatoes
  • 1 cup diced sweet potato
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 scotch bonnet pepper, whole
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
  • 6 cups beef or vegetable broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp oil

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the beef and cook until browned on all sides.
  2. Add the onions and garlic, and sauté until the onions are translucent.
  3. Add the corn, pumpkin, carrots, potatoes, and sweet potatoes to the pot. Stir to combine with the beef and onions.
  4. Pour in the broth and add the whole scotch bonnet pepper and thyme leaves. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 45 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the flavors have melded together.
  6. Remove the scotch bonnet pepper before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Protein
10g
Fat
8g

Supplies

Large pot Knife Cutting board Wooden spoon Ladle

Tools

Soup bowls Serving ladle

Serving suggestions

Serve the Trini Corn Soup Carnival with a side of fried plantains or crusty bread for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For a spicier soup, you can chop the scotch bonnet pepper and add it back into the soup while it simmers. Just be cautious, as scotch bonnet peppers are very hot!

Cost

$20