How to Make the Perfect Doubles
Caribbean · Easy · 40 min · 4 servings
These soft bara flatbreads filled with curried chickpeas are an incredibly kid friendly Caribbean street food from Trinidad that children love to eat with their hands. Parents enjoy making this recipe because it is budget friendly, vegetarian, and endlessly customizable with mild toppings that even picky eaters will enjoy.
Why this recipe works
This Doubles recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 40 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 310 calories with 10g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 6 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 2 cups all purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon instant yeast
- 1 can chickpeas drained and rinsed
- 1 teaspoon mild curry powder
- 1 cup warm water
- 2 cups vegetable oil for frying
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Make the Bara Dough
Mix flour, yeast, a pinch of salt, and warm water together in a bowl until a soft dough forms, then cover with a cloth and let it rest for 15 minutes while you prepare the filling.
Step 2: Cook the Chickpeas
In a small pan over medium heat, cook the chickpeas with curry powder and a splash of water for 8 minutes, mashing some chickpeas slightly to create a thick and saucy filling.
Step 3: Fry the Bara
Heat oil in a pan over medium heat, flatten small balls of dough into thin circles, and fry each one for about 1 minute per side until they puff up and turn light golden.
Step 4: Assemble and Serve
Drain the bara on paper towels, place a spoonful of curried chickpeas between two bara, and serve immediately while warm as a fun handheld snack or meal.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- all purpose flour → a gluten-free all purpose flour blend that works similarly for a gluten-free version
- mild curry powder → a quarter teaspoon of turmeric with a pinch of cumin for a very gentle flavor perfect for younger children
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Frying in oil that is not hot enough which causes the bara to absorb too much oil and become greasy rather than light
- Making the dough too thick which prevents the bara from puffing up properly and results in a dense chewy texture
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 310 calories, 10g protein, 52g carbs, 8g fat, 7g fiber.
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