Diri Djon Djon, Griot, Bouyon Bef & Pikliz 🇭🇹 | Trying Haitian Food in Little Haiti Brooklyn

djon djon mushrooms

🥗Healthier: shiitake mushrooms

💰Cheaper: button mushrooms

Shiitake offers a similar umami flavor, while button mushrooms are more affordable.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil provides healthy fats, and margarine is often less expensive.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, and seasoned water can be a cost-effective alternative.

peas

🥗Healthier: green beans

💰Cheaper: frozen peas

Green beans are nutritious, and frozen peas are often cheaper and convenient.

Ordered a large combination plate with black rice, fried chicken, and griot.

Tasted the black rice made with a special type of black mushroom.

Tried the fried pork (griot) and noted its crispiness.

Mixed the rice with pickles and salad for flavor.

Described the flavor of the rice as deep umami with a kick from the pickles.

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