The Best Haitian Pate Kode (How To Make Haitian Patties) Kòman Pou’w Prepare Paté Kode Ayisyen

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a tropical flavor and is dairy-free.

Start by mixing all-purpose flour, salt, and butter in a bowl until crumbly.

Gradually add water to the mixture and knead until a dough forms.

Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Heat vegetable oil in a 12-inch cast iron skillet over medium heat.

Sauté chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced bell pepper until softened.

Add ground beef, thyme, scotch bonnet pepper, and black pepper; cook until the beef is browned.

Stir in lime juice and chopped parsley; remove from heat and let the filling cool.

Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick.

Cut the dough into circles using a cutter or glass.

Place a spoonful of the beef mixture in the center of each circle.

Fold the dough over the filling and seal the edges with a fork.

Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat.

Deep-fry the patties until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Remove and drain on paper towels; serve warm.

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