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• Amchar masala

This ground spice mixture is made from green, unripe mangoes. The flavour is a little sour, yet warm and citrussy.

• Chadon beni (Thai parsley)

This delicious herb is used throughout Caribbean cooking, especially on certain islands, such as Trinidad. The flavour is a strong, earthy cross between spring onions and coriander. It can be used fresh or made into a chutney.

• Green seasoning

A fresh blended seasoning mixture used in the Caribbean that varies between islands and households. The main components are spring onions, brown onions, chadon beni, thyme, garlic, ginger and scotch bonnets. It adds a deliciously earthy undertone to food.

• Buss up shot (paratha)

Meaning ‘un-ironed shirt’ due to its creased appearance, paratha is a particular type of roti made with lots of butter and