TOOLUM

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Another find from CaribSeek recipes...posting here for ZWT5.by Dave DeWitt and Mary Jane Wilan In the early part of the twentieth century, sweet vendors would pound the streets of towns and villages in T&T, selling candies by means of a spinning wheel. For a penny, a customer spun the wheel and received the number candies indicated when the wheel stopped--up to fifty. Toolum, one of the earliest T&T candies, was undoubtedly supplied by such vendors. Please note cooking time is a guess....

Provided by Thea

Categories     Candy

Time 1h

Yield 30 candies

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups brown sugar
1/2 cup molasses
5 cups grated coconut
2 tablespoons crushed dried orange peel
1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
grated coconut, for topping

Steps:

  • Melt the sugar in a pot under low heat, stirring constantly, and cook until it turns golden brown. Add the molasses, stirring constantly. Add the coconut, orange peel, and ginger, and reduce heat, still stirring. Cook until the mixture separates smoothly from the bottom and side of the pot.
  • Remove the pot from the heat and allow it to cool. Using a spoon, drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto aluminum foil or a slightly oiled cookie sheet. Place grated coconut atop each little cone.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166.2, Fat 9.2, SaturatedFat 8.1, Sodium 13.1, Carbohydrate 22.1, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 18.3, Protein 1

Rk Wilson
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This recipe was a bit too bland for me, but I think that's because I didn't use enough spices. Next time, I'll add more cumin and paprika.


Cameron Jagers
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I made this recipe with lamb chops instead of lamb shoulder and it turned out great! The chops were cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing.


adda 24
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This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved it. He said it was the perfect amount of heat.


Manzar Tunio
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I made this recipe for my family and they all loved it. The toolum was so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was the perfect complement.


Tina Curtis
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This recipe was easy to follow and the toolum turned out great! I served it with rice and vegetables and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


Samir Makaju
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This dish was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone loved the toolum and raved about the flavors.


Jiya Malik
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This recipe was a bit too bland for me, but I think that's because I didn't use enough spices. Next time, I'll add more cumin and paprika.


Jonah Kimbler
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I made this recipe with lamb chops instead of lamb shoulder and it turned out great! The chops were cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing.


CONFIRM100 COMFIRM100
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This dish was a bit too salty for my taste, but my husband loved it. He said it was the perfect amount of saltiness.


Michael Scott
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I made this recipe for my family and they all loved it. The toolum was so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was the perfect complement.


Glory Twanga
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I'm not a very experienced cook, but this recipe was easy to follow and the toolum turned out great! I was so impressed with myself.


Markos Mamo
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This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was worth it. The toolum was fall-off-the-bone tender and the flavors were incredible.


Jay Rod
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the toolum and raved about the flavors.


Gay Relay
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This dish was a bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved it. He said it was the best lamb dish he's ever had.


Elani Tibebu
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of lamb, but I'm so glad I did! The toolum was delicious and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


ALFRED MOSES GEEMOZE
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This recipe was easy to follow and the toolum turned out great! I served it with rice and vegetables and it was a hit with my family.


MD Nobir Hossain
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I'm not a big fan of lamb, but this dish was amazing! The meat was so tender and juicy, and the flavors were incredible. I'll definitely be making this again.


Bakir Mujic
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This was a great recipe! The toolum came out so flavorful and tender. I will definitely be making this again.