3 easy Haitian Recipes / Boulèt, Marinade Lambi, Mirliton Farci

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 often cheaper.

hot sauce

🥗Healthier: salsa

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Salsa offers flavor with fewer calories, while vinegar is a cost-effective alternative.

tomato sauce

🥗Healthier: pureed tomatoes

💰Cheaper: canned tomatoes

Pureed tomatoes are fresher, while canned tomatoes are budget-friendly.

Mix ground beef, grated onion, diced bell pepper, egg, white bread, ritz crackers, Épis, and dry ÉPIS seasoning in a bowl until well combined.

Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste.

Form the mixture into small balls, about the size of a golf ball.

Heat 2 cups of oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Fry the meatballs in batches, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Remove the meatballs and drain on paper towels.

Squeeze lime juice over the fried meatballs before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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