Its packed with flavor.

Its since joined our repertoire, and I make it with the seasons first corn.

Alicas recipes are always as full of heart as they are of flavor.

pile of corn with husk still on

Simply Recipes / Alica Ramkirpal-Senhouse

As the coconut milk simmers and reduces, it creates a butter of its own.

The heat from the peppers cuts through the sweetness of the corn and the heaviness of the coconut milk.

Its such an intense sensory experience.

Trinidadian Boiled Corn in a Pot

Simply Recipes / Alica Ramkirpal-Senhouse

When I clean up, I lick the pot clean of broth for dessert.

You won’t find Trinidadian boiled corn at a restaurant.

It is always made by a street vendor or at home.

Trinidadian Boiled Corn in a Bowl

Simply Recipes / Alica Ramkirpal-Senhouse

Well, Im sold.

I keep on dreaming of a Caribbean vacation to Trinidad so I can get some of this corn.

We may do some jerk tofu on the side.

But these things feel extraneous next to the boiled corn, which is really the main event.

When you cook the corn, you simmer it slowly with whole habaneros floating in the broth.

Save the Extra Broth!

Alicas Trinidadian boiled corn is a recipe that keeps on giving.

After youve devoured the corn itself, youll have extra broth.