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Belizean Garnaches

September 21, 2021 Leave a Comment

Happy Independence Day, Belize! Today is the 40th anniversary of Belize’s independence from Britain. To celebrate such a special occasion I’m here to share one of my favorite Belizean dishes. Belizean Garnaches have been one of my favorite foods since I was a little girl. My love for them has only gotten stronger as I’ve gotten older. They’re easy to make and full of flavors you never knew needed to be put together.

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Belizean Garnaches

As many of you know from previous posts I’m American born but of Caribbean descent. On both sides of my family. My maternal Grandmother was born and raised in Belize until she had to leave from a devastating hurricane many years ago. The Belizean side of my family has always been my constant connection to Caribbean life. I’ve grown up eating all the traditional Belizean dishes. Belizean garnaches, tamales (pronounced less not lee’s), panadas, fry jack, rice & beans, stew chicken, potato salad, and the list goes on. 

Belizean Independence Day

Passing The Torch?

The funny part about sharing a Belizean recipe with my audience is my own criticism. The matriarchs in my family are by the grace of God still here with us. This means the torch of making traditional Belizean dishes hasn’t been passed on to me yet…thank God. Ha! However, I’m not in the boat of learning how to make these dishes so I can pass them on to my girls. Unlike my Jamaican side of learning dishes as I go, I’ve had the privilege of growing up with my Belizean side to see the dishes being made for decades. And as much as I love my audience/followers there are some family Belizean recipes I will never share. Like my Grandma’s tamales which she taught me how to make this year. Yay! 

Belizean Garnaches

But enough about me and my roots, let’s go ahead and get to the root of this delicious Belizean Garnaches recipe so y’all can try it for yourselves! 

Belizean Garnaches
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Belizean Garnaches

One of Belize's popular and tasty recipes. Easy to make and full of the perfect flavors it's sure to become one of your favorites too!

Course Appetizer, Breakfast, dinner, Lunch, Main Course, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine Belizean
Keyword authentic, authentic food, Belize, Belizean, Belizean cuisine, Belizean food, Belizean Garnaches, easy recipes, ethnic, ethnic food, family dinner recipes, meatless recipes, side dish, side dish recipes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Author jamiesondiaries

Ingredients

  • 15 oz. Refried Beans
  • 4 oz. Asiago Cheese (shredded)
  • 8 Tostada Tortillas
  • 1/2 tsp. Onion Powder
  • 1/2 Tbsp. Olive Oil
  • 1/2 tsp. Garlic Powder
  • Pinch of Salt & Pepper

Onion Pepper Sauce

  • 1 Yellow Onion
  • 1 Bell Pepper
  • 2 cups White Vinegar
  • 1 Carrot (large)
  • 1/2 Habanero Pepper *optional*
  • Pinch of Salt & Pepper

Instructions

  1. Dice or slice your onions, bell pepper, and carrot, then place them in a large mason jar or container. Cut the top of the habenero pepper off and throw in with the other veggies.

  2. Pour the vinegar in the jar/container and add the pinch of salt and pepper to the mixture. Gently shake or stir to mix the ingredients together. Put the jar to the side.

    Belizean Onion Sauce
  3. If your asiago cheese isn't already shredded, shred at least 4oz of cheese and put it in a dish to the side (You can shred more if you're a cheese lover)

  4. In a large frying heat the olive oil over medium heat.

  5. Add the can of refried beans to the pan, as well as, the garlic powder, onion powder and pinches of salt & pepper.

  6. Cook the beans until they're easy to stir and seasoned to your liking. I cook them for about 7-10 minutes.

  7. Spread a desired layer of beans on the tostada tortilla. Sprinkle with your desired amount of asiago cheese, and then top with the pickled onion sauce.

  8. Make at least 2 because you'll easily finish the first one and…ENJOY!

Belizean Garnaches

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Hey there! My name is Brie Jamieson. I've been a lifestyle + mom blogger since 2014. I'm Kris' wife. I'm Jordyn and Riley's Mom. And I'm Apollo and Chronos' fur-mama. We're a military family currently living in the burbs of Shreveport, LA. I'm a simple lady who loves God, family, food, and travel. If you'd like to learn more about me head on over to the "my story" page. But more importantly: Welcome to Jamieson Diaries!

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