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Haitian Cuisine

Cultural Context

Haitian griot is a beloved dish that showcases the country's vibrant culinary heritage. Traditionally made for special occasions and celebrations, it reflects the influence of African, French, and Caribbean flavors. Griot is often served with pikliz, a spicy pickled vegetable condiment, and is enjoyed at family gatherings and festive events. Today, it is a staple in Haitian cuisine, celebrated both locally and in the diaspora.

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6 servings
Servings4
2 lb pork shoulder
4 green onions
1/2 cup cilantro
2 tablespoons thyme
2 scotch bonnet peppers
1 teaspoon cloves
4 cloves garlic
2 shallots
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 green plantains

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

1

Make a seasoning blend with oil, green onions, cilantro, thyme, scotch bonnet peppers, cloves, garlic, shallots, salt, and pepper.

2

Marinate the pork in the seasoning for about 24 hours to allow flavors to penetrate.

3

Boil the marinated pork until fully cooked.

4

Chop the cooked pork into small squares.

5

Cut green plantains into pieces and pre-fry them.

6

Crush the pre-fried plantains until flat like a tortilla.

7

Dip the crushed plantains in salted water for flavor.

8

Fry the crushed plantains again until golden and crispy.

9

Serve the fried plantains topped with the chopped pork and optionally add pickled slaw and spicy sauce.

Equipment Needed

blenderlarge potpan

Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

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