Authentic Trinidad Pepperpot Recipe

Name: Authentic Trinidad Pepperpot
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons ground allspice; 2 teaspoons chopped fresh ginger; 1 1/2 teaspoons cloves; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1 cup brown sugar; 1 cup cider vinegar; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 teaspoon hot chili sauce; 1 tablespoon dark rum; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 500 g diced pork; 3 large carrots, cut into sticks; 1 green pepper, cut lengthways; 1 yellow pepper, cut lengthways; 1 red chile, finely chopped; 1 large white onion; 2 cups water; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh coriander

Servings: persons

2 teaspoons ground allspice
2 teaspoons chopped fresh ginger
1 1/2 teaspoons cloves
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 cup brown sugar
1 cup cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon hot chili sauce
1 tablespoon dark rum
1 tablespoon olive oil
500 g diced pork
3 large carrots, cut into sticks
1 green pepper, cut lengthways
1 yellow pepper, cut lengthways
1 red chile, finely chopped
1 large white onion
2 cups water
1 tablespoon chopped fresh coriander

1
n a very large heavy-bottomed pan (with a lid), add all the spices, the sugar, vinegar, Worcester sauce and oil. Heat gently and mix thoroughly until you get a thick brown paste.
2
Add the meat and coat in the paste, leave to simmer (not fry!) for a few minutes with the lid on the pan. Be careful because the sugar can burn easily and you don't want the meat to go too hard.
3
Add rum to sizzle up and look professional!
4
Chop all the vegetables into long thin slices. Bung in to the pan, and add enough water to cover everything.
5
Keeping the lid on the pan, let it simmer for as long as possible - it can keep going for several hours, but watch it to stop it drying out; it should be a sort of gravy consistency. Finally, add the chilli sauce and the coriander in the last ten minutes of cooking.
6
Serve on top of a bed of red rice.

620

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 teaspoons ground allspice, 2 teaspoons chopped fresh ginger, 1 1/2 teaspoons cloves, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and more.

Yes, Authentic Trinidad Pepperpot falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Authentic Trinidad Pepperpot

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions