Trinidadian Beef Pastelles Recipe | Food Network

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons canola oil
• 3 tablespoons minced garlic
• 3/4 cup finely chopped white onion
• 2 1/2 pounds ground beef
• 4 teaspoons red wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
• 1/4 cup fresh basil chiffonade
• 2 tablespoons capers
• 3/4 cup currants
• 3 tablespoons finely chopped green olives
• 1/2 cup finely chopped red peppers
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped jalapenos
• 1 tablespoon ketchup
• 3 tablespoons maple syrup
• 3 tablespoons chipotle puree
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground white pepper
• 2 tablespoons salt
• 1/2 cup chicken stock
• 4 cups cornmeal
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 5 tablespoons salt
• 3 tablespoon butter
• 4 cups boiling water
• 4 banana leaves
• Grilled pineapple wedges, as an accompaniment
• Roasted Red Pepper Coulis, as an accompaniment, recipe follows
• 2 red peppers, roasted and skin, ribs, and seeds removed
• 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
• 3/4 cup canola oil
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper