NouBess-Caribbean Green Living

01/06/2026

Good Caribbean meals start with good rice.

Not fancy.
Not rushed.
Just done right.

This Basic Caribbean Rice method is the foundation—light, fluffy grains that don’t stick, don’t clump, and don’t fight the rest of the plate. It’s the rice you build everything on: beans, stews, sauces, vegetables, and leftovers that somehow taste better the next day.

If your rice has ever been soggy, bland, or stubborn… this is the reset.

👉 Learn the method:
https://f.mtr.cool/qipjgzonks

Master the base. Everything else follows.

Learn how to cook basic Caribbean rice perfectly every time. From choosing rice to water ratios, seasoning, and cooking tips for flawless results.

01/05/2026

This isn’t just a pickle.
It’s a flavor booster.

These Pickled Veggies and Hot Peppers are inspired by Haitian pikliz—crunchy vegetables, heat from hot peppers, and vinegar doing the heavy lifting. A spoonful wakes up rice, meat, fish, sandwiches… even leftovers that were having a bad day.

If you love bold, tangy, spicy condiments you can keep in the fridge and use all week, this one belongs in your rotation.

👉 Get the recipe here:
https://f.mtr.cool/bvfckcotqh

Warning: once you start adding it to meals, plain food becomes suspicious.

A bold Caribbean pickled condiment inspired by Haitian Pikliz. Made with Scotch bonnet peppers, fresh vegetables, herbs, and vinegar for everyday cooking.

01/04/2026

Patate. Patate douce. Sweet potato.
Same ingredient… lots of confusion.

In Caribbean kitchens, patate isn’t a trend or a side dish—it’s a staple. Baked, boiled, mashed, roasted, or folded into soups and sweets, this humble root shows up everywhere for good reason.

If you’ve ever wondered:

Is patate the same as sweet potato?

Why do names change by country and language?

How is it actually used in Caribbean cooking?

This guide clears it up—no myths, no mess.

👉 Read the full breakdown:
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Real food doesn’t need fancy names. Just context.

Patate is the French and Caribbean name for sweet potato. Learn what it means, how it’s used in Caribbean cooking, and why the term causes confusion.

01/04/2026

Coconut isn’t just a flavor in Caribbean cooking — it’s a foundation.

From coconut milk simmering into rich sauces to grated coconut adding texture to savory dishes and sweets, this ingredient does the quiet, behind-the-scenes work that makes food feel comforting and complete.

If you’ve ever wondered why Caribbean food tastes so layered and satisfying, coconut is part of the answer.

👉 Dive into how coconut is used across Caribbean kitchens:
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💡 Tip: Coconut isn’t fancy. It’s practical. And that’s exactly why it works.

Coconut in Caribbean cooking includes coconut water, fresh meat, coconut milk, and cream. Learn how to use each properly for authentic flavor and texture.

01/04/2026

Spice up dinner with this tasty chicken, cabbage, spinach, and carrot dish! 🌶️🍗 https://www.caribbeangreenliving.com/spicy-chicken-with-cabbage-spinach-and-carrot/

01/03/2026

Chickpea puree made easy! Dive into this tasty recipe. 🌱 https://www.caribbeangreenliving.com/garbanzo-beans-or-chickpea-puree/

12/31/2025

Thank you for being here in 2025.
Wishing you a healthy, happy New Year filled with good food, steady rhythms, and time to cook with intention.

See you in the kitchen in 2026 💚

12/30/2025

Soup Joumou isn’t just soup.
It’s history in a bowl. 🥣🇭🇹

Made with calabaza squash, tender beef, root vegetables, and warming spices, this traditional Haitian soup is served every January 1st to celebrate freedom, resilience, and independence.

Slow-cooked. Deeply seasoned. Never rushed.

If you’re prepping for New Year’s Day or simply craving a grounding, nourishing meal, this is the recipe to know — and keep.

👉 Full recipe here:
https://www.caribbeangreenliving.com/calabaza-squash-soup-with-beef-and-veggies/

Because some dishes feed more than hunger.

Deliciously calabaza squash soup full of flavor, a mixture of vegetables, herbs, spices, and perfectly marinated beef.

12/30/2025

Soup Joumou, made your way — without losing the meaning. 🇭🇹

This version uses butternut squash instead of traditional calabaza, making it more accessible while still honoring the heart of Haiti’s independence soup.

Same slow simmer.
Same layered flavors.
Same respect for the tradition.

Caribbean cooking has always been about adapting to what’s available—and doing it well.

👉 Step-by-step recipe here:
https://www.caribbeangreenliving.com/how-to-make-haitian-soup-joumou/

Tradition isn’t fragile. It evolves.

Soup Joumou (Soupe de Giraumon or Squash Soup) smooth and healthy soup made with meat or poultry, vegetables and spices, a popular Haitian tradition.

12/29/2025

Good food isn’t rushed. Neither is the future.
Going into 2026, the focus is intention — in the pantry, in preparation, and in the food we make.

12/27/2025

These aren’t just ingredients.
They’re history in a pot.

Pumpkin, root vegetables, herbs, time, and intention—
Soup Joumou is how Haiti marks freedom, resilience, and a new year done right.

As January 1 approaches, prep slowly.
Season with care.
Cook with memory.

Because this soup isn’t rushed—and neither is its meaning. Get the recipe: https://www.caribbeangreenliving.com/how-to-make-haitian-soup-joumou/

12/27/2025

Thank you for cooking with me this year.
For choosing pantry staples over trends.
For trusting ingredients more than shortcuts.
For showing up curious, thoughtful, and hungry to learn.
This space exists because you cook with intention — not because of algorithms.
I’m grateful for every pot stirred, every recipe saved, and every question asked.