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Haitian Meatballs

Cultural Context

Haitian meatballs, or 'boulettes', are a beloved street food originating from Haiti, often served with a spicy sauce. They reflect the island's vibrant culinary heritage, combining influences from African, French, and indigenous cuisines. Traditionally enjoyed as a snack or part of a meal, these meatballs have gained popularity beyond Haiti, with variations appearing in Caribbean and diaspora communities.

HaitianHTmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb ground beef
1 cup potato (mashed)
2 tablespoons Haitian spice blend
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 cup flour
1/4 cup water

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

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground pork is often less expensive.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Oats provide fiber, while crushed crackers are a budget-friendly alternative.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice offers similar acidity, while vinegar is often cheaper.

parsley

🥗Healthier: cilantro

💰Cheaper: spinach

Cilantro adds freshness, while spinach is a more economical green.

1

Boil potato in water with salt until tender.

2

Prepare the ground beef by adding lime juice, Haitian spice blend, garlic powder, and paprika.

3

Mix the ground beef mixture thoroughly.

4

Mash the boiled potato and add it to the ground beef mixture.

5

Mix everything very well until combined.

6

Form small balls from the mixture.

7

Coat the meatballs in flour.

8

Fry the meatballs in oil over medium to high heat until cooked.

Cooking Techniques

mixingfryingsimmering

Equipment Needed

large bowlskilletpaper towels

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

BoulettesHaitian Boulettes

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