Buljol facts for kids
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Buljol with boiled eggs
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| Type | salad |
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| Place of origin | Trinidad and Tobago |
| Associated national cuisine | Trinidad and Tobago cuisine |
| Serving temperature | cold |
| Main ingredients | codfish |
Buljol is a yummy salad from the Caribbean country of Trinidad and Tobago. It's made mostly from salted codfish, fresh tomatoes, and spicy chili peppers. Even though it's a salad, it's usually eaten cold.
What is Buljol?
Buljol is a popular dish in Trinidad and Tobago. It's a type of salad that's full of flavor. The main ingredients are shredded salted codfish, chopped tomatoes, and hot peppers. People often add other things like onions, bell peppers, and olive oil to make it even tastier.
Where Does the Name Come From?
The name Buljol has a cool story! It comes from French words. A long time ago, in the 1700s, Spain ruled Trinidad. They invited many French settlers to live there. These French people brought their language and culture.
The name Buljol comes from two old French words: brulé (which means 'burnt') and gueule (which means 'muzzle' or 'mouth'). Over time, these words changed into bu'n jaw in the local language of Trinidad. Finally, it became Buljol. The name doesn't mean the dish is hot in temperature. Instead, it refers to how spicy it is, thanks to the hot peppers!
How is Buljol Eaten?
In the past, some people thought Buljol was a simple, inexpensive meal. But today, it's a very popular breakfast item! People love to eat it with toast or a type of fried bread called fried bake.
Buljol isn't just found in Trinidad. It has become popular in other Caribbean islands, especially Barbados. You can also find it in places like Canada, Great Britain, and the United States, where many people from Trinidad live.
Making Buljol
Making Buljol starts with salted codfish. First, you need to remove the skin and bones from the fish. Then, the codfish is cooked or soaked in water many times. This helps to get rid of most of the salt.
After the fish is ready, it's shredded into small pieces. These pieces are then mixed with fresh, chopped tomatoes and chilies. To make it even better, people often add other ingredients. Common additions include onions, colorful bell peppers, and olive oil. Some people also like to add garlic, hard-boiled eggs, a squeeze of lemon juice, fresh lettuce, or different herbs. Sometimes, instead of codfish, people might use other fish like pollock or hake.
