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Diri ak Joumou

Cultural Context

Diri ak Joumou is a beloved Haitian dish traditionally served on New Year's Day to celebrate Haiti's independence. The dish features a rich pumpkin soup paired with rice, symbolizing freedom and unity. It is often enjoyed during festive occasions and family gatherings, showcasing the importance of community in Haitian culture. Today, variations exist, and it is cherished both in Haiti and among the Haitian diaspora worldwide.

HaitianHTmain
90 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 cups rice
2 medium carrots
1 tablespoon thyme
2 tablespoons oil
1 scotch bonnet pepper
2 tablespoons butter
1 bell pepper
1/4 cup parsley
1 tablespoon adobo seasoning
3 cloves garlic
2 tablespoons lime juice

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

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than beef.

pumpkin

🥗Healthier: butternut squash

💰Cheaper: sweet potato

Sweet potato is often less expensive and still provides a similar flavor.

1

Commencer par préparer le riz.

2

Retirer toute la peau de la carotte.

3

Mélanger les épices avec l'huile.

4

Ajouter le piment piqué et le beurre dans le mélange d'épices.

5

Chauffer l'huile dans une casserole.

6

Ajouter le mélange d'épices dans l'huile chaude et faire frémir pendant 2 minutes.

7

Ajouter la carotte dans la casserole et faire frémir pendant 3 minutes.

8

Ajouter le jus de la courge (jouau) sans ajouter d'eau pour éviter que le riz ne devienne pâteux.

9

Ajouter une cuillère de poudre adobo et une cuillère d'ail dans le mélange.

10

Couvrir la casserole et laisser bouillir.

11

Ajouter une cuillère d'eau citron pour retirer le goût doux de la courge.

12

Couvrir à nouveau et laisser cuire pendant 15 à 20 minutes.

13

Une fois cuit, servir le riz.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsautéing

Equipment Needed

large potknifecutting boardstirring spoon

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariandairy-free

Also Known As

Joumou Soup with RicePumpkin Soup with Rice

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