Best 5 Haitian Pork Griot Recipes

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Haitian pork griot is a staple in Haitian cuisine, typically prepared for special occasions and holidays. It is a crispy, flavorful dish made with pork shoulder that is marinated in a blend of citrus juices, herbs, and spices. The pork is then slow-cooked until tender and juicy, and then fried until the skin is golden brown and crispy. Haitian pork griot is often served with pikliz, a spicy pickled cabbage relish, and fried plantains. This dish is a celebration of Haitian culture and a delicious way to enjoy pork.

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HAITIAN PORK GRIOT



Haitian Pork Griot image

Pork griot (pronounced gree-oh) is one of Haiti's most loved dishes, and it's easy to see why. Big chunks of pork shoulder are marinated in citrus and Scotch bonnet chiles, then simmered until very tender before being fried crisp and brown. This recipe departs from the traditional in that instead of frying the meat, it's broiled. The pork still gets charred edges and bronzed surface, but broiling is easier and less messy to do. However feel free to fry if the skillet calls out to you. And do make the traditional cabbage, carrot and chile pepper pickle called pikliz (pick-lees) for serving, which gives the rich meat just the right spicy-vinegar punch.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, roasts, main course

Time 3h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 small Scotch bonnet or habanero chile
1 medium onion, diced
1 small green bell pepper, diced
1 small red bell pepper, diced
1/4 cup fresh chopped Italian parsley, more for serving
1 tablespoon kosher salt, more to taste
1 tablespoon coarsely ground black pepper
6 sprigs fresh thyme, plus more thyme leaves for serving
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1/4 cup cane vinegar or cider vinegar
Juice of 1 orange
Juice of 1 lemon
Juice of 1/2 lime
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
3 pounds pork shoulder, not too lean, cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks
2 tablespoons coconut oil (melted) or olive oil, more as needed
Cooked rice, for serving
Pikliz, for serving (see recipe)

Steps:

  • Quarter the chile and remove the seeds and membranes. Finely chop one quarter; leave the rest in whole pieces. Handle pieces carefully, preferably while wearing gloves; they are extremely hot.
  • Transfer quartered and chopped chiles to a large Dutch oven or heavy pot with a lid. Add onion, bell peppers, parsley, salt, pepper, thyme and garlic. Stir in vinegar, orange juice, lemon juice, lime juice and Worcestershire sauce. Mix in pork. Cover pot and refrigerate overnight.
  • The next day, remove from refrigerator at least 1 hour and no more than 3 hours before cooking. Heat oven to 325 degrees. Place pot over high heat and bring liquid to a simmer; cover and put pot in oven. Cook, stirring occasionally, until meat is very tender, about 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
  • Using a slotted spoon, remove meat from pot, allowing all excess liquid to drip back into the pot and picking any bits of vegetables or herbs off the meat. Transfer meat to a rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle meat with 2 tablespoons oil and salt to taste, and toss gently to coat.
  • Strain braising liquid, discarding any solids. Return sauce to pot and simmer over high heat until reduced by about half, about 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat the broiler. Broil meat, tossing occasionally, until meat is evenly browned, about 5 to 10 minutes. You want it nicely browned in spots but not so brown that it dries out.
  • To serve, drizzle meat with additional oil and top with sauce, parsley and thyme leaves. Serve on a bed of rice with pikliz on the side.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 615, UnsaturatedFat 23 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 46 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 40 grams, SaturatedFat 18 grams, Sodium 782 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams

HAITIAN GRIOT AND PIKLIZ RECIPE BY TASTY



Haitian Griot and Pikliz Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: pork shoulder, salt, freshly cracked pepper, onion, shallots, scallions, bell pepper, garlic, chicken bouillon, garlic, oranges, limes, white wine vinegar, fresh thyme, fresh parsley, scotch bonnet pepper, water, oil, brown rice, red bean, fried plantains, cabbage, carrot, bell pepper, onion, scallions, shallot, salt, pepper, scotch bonnet pepper, white wine vinegar

Provided by Matthew Johnson

Categories     Dinner

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 31

3 lb pork shoulder, cubed
salt, to taste
½ teaspoon freshly cracked pepper, to taste
1 onion, chopped
2 shallots, chopped
5 scallions, chopped
1 bell pepper, sliced
6 cloves garlic, sliced
1 cube chicken bouillon
4 cloves garlic
2 oranges, juiced
2 limes, juiced
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
10 sprigs fresh thyme
½ bunch fresh parsley
1 scotch bonnet pepper, sliced
2 cups water
4 cups oil, for frying
brown rice, to serve
red bean, to serve
3 fried plantains, to serve
2 cups cabbage, shredded
1 cup carrot, grated
1 bell pepper, sliced
1 onion, sliced
3 scallions, dliced
1 shallot, sliced
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
scotch bonnet pepper, divided
2 cups white wine vinegar

Steps:

  • For the griot, add the cubed pork shoulder, salt, pepper, chopped onion, chopped shallots, chopped scallions, sliced bell pepper, sliced garlic, chicken bouillon cube, cloves, orange juice, lime juice, white wine vinegar, thyme sprigs, parsley, and the sliced Scotch bonnet peppers to a large dutch oven off the heat.
  • With gloves on, mix the mixture thoroughly. Cover the pot and place in the refrigerator to marinate overnight.
  • For the pikliz, combine the shredded cabbage, grated carrot, 1 sliced bell pepper, 1 sliced onion, 3 sliced scallions, 1 sliced shallot, and 2 sliced Scotch bonnets in a large bowl. Add the salt and freshly cracked black pepper.
  • Put on gloves, and thoroughly mix using your hands. Pack the pikliz down into sterilized mason jars. Cover with the white wine vinegar. Put on the lid and store in the refrigerator for at least 12 hours to marinate.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
  • Place the Dutch oven with the marinated pork on the stove. Add the 2 cups (480 ML) of water, and bring to a boil. Transfer the pork to the the oven to braise for 1½ hours or until cooked through and tender.
  • Pick out all the pieces of pork and place on a paper towel-lined tray lined with paper towel to dry. Pat down the surface of the pork to make sure there is no moisture.
  • Heat a pot of oil to 350°F (180°C).
  • Add the pork in batches and fry until deep golden brown color, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Transfer the pork to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
  • Serve with rice, beans, fried plantains, and the pikliz.
  • Nutrition Calories: 1859 Fat: 172 grams Carbs: 36 grams Fiber: 7 grams Sugars: 10 grams Protein: 50 grams
  • Enjoy!

HAITIAN GRIOTS



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This is a traditional "Manje Kreyol" recipe which means it is part of the Haitian Creole culture.Extremely popular as a street food offered during holidays and celebrations.

Provided by Member 610488

Categories     Pork

Time 2h20m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
5 scallions, coarsely chopped
2 teaspoons thyme leaves (prefer fresh but dried is ok)
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
2 scotch bonnet peppers, coarsely chopped
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
2 oranges, juice of
3 limes, juice of
6 whole coffee beans
kosher salt, to taste
2 lbs boneless pork shoulder, diced into 1/2-inch-thick chunks
1 1/2 cups water
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Steps:

  • In a blender, combine the garlic with the scallions, thyme, black pepper, chiles, onion, bell pepper, orange and lime juices, coffee beans and 2 teaspoons of salt, and puree.
  • Transfer to a resealable plastic bag. Add the pork shoulder cubes to the bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate the pork overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Remove the pork from the marinade and transfer to a Dutch oven or covered casserole dish. Add the water and bring to a boil. Reserve the marinade.
  • Cover and braise the pork in the oven for 1 hour and 30 minutes, stirring the cubes a few times, until tender; transfer them to a bowl.
  • Boil the braising liquid until reduced to 1 cup (approx. 10 minutes). Strain into a saucepan and boil until reduced to 1/2 cup (approx. 8 minutes). Add the marinade and boil for 1 minute.
  • Lightly season the pork with salt and add the reduced sauce. Stir well. In a nonstick skillet, heat the vegetable oil. Add the pork and cook over medium-high heat until the cubes are browned and glazed, about 2 minutes per side, then serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1407.1, Fat 106.1, SaturatedFat 33.7, Cholesterol 322.3, Sodium 332.2, Carbohydrate 32.9, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 16.5, Protein 79.9

HAITIAN PORK GRIOT



Haitian Pork Griot image

This recipe of pork griot with jollof rice is a combination of West African culture and haitian experience. Pork griot is one of Haiti's favorite's dishes.

Provided by Cuisine228

Categories     Main Course

Time 3h50m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1½ kg pork (shoulder cut in bite sizes)
2 tbsp lime juice
5 tsp minced garlic
2 tsp ginger
3 tsp fresh thyme
1 medium onion (sliced)
1 tbsp chicken bouillon powder
2 tsp salt (to taste)

Steps:

  • Marinate the pork with lime juice, salt, chicken bouillon, garlic, ginger, onions,thyme, and scotch bonnet pepper (optional).
  • Let it rest in the fridge for about 2 hours or preferably overnight.
  • In a saucepan on medium heat, bring to a boil and simmer until tender for about an hour or more.
  • When pork is tender remove from liquid and any bits of spices, herbs of the pork. Set aside pork.
  • Fry the pork at 350°F (180°C) until the pork is crispy.
  • Using a sieve drain pork liquid, reserve the liquid and discard the rest of the herbs and spices.
  • Place pork liquid in a small saucepan on medium add 1 teaspoon tomato paste, 1 cup tomato, ¼ cup oil, sliced onion and bring to a boil.
  • Add the rice (2cups water for 1 cups jasmine rice). Salt to taste.
  • Add the cut vegetables (carrots and bell pepper).
  • Stir in rice and boil over medium-high heat until the water evaporates
  • Be sure the lid fits tightly on the pot.
  • Turn down the heat to its lowest setting. Let the rice simmer for about 18 minutes, then remove from heat and allow the rice to steam in the pot for another 5 minutes.
  • Serve the rice with the Griot.

GRIOT. HAITIAN FRIED PORK WITH SOUR ORANGE



Griot. Haitian Fried Pork With Sour Orange image

This is a quintessential Haitian dish and so delicious. Sour orange is available as either juice or the fruit, if not in your local market the Caribbean ones have it. Preparation does not include marinating time. Serve with Ti-Malice on the side, recipe in directions at bottom.

Provided by MarraMamba

Categories     Pork

Time 2h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 lbs pork shoulder, cubed 1 inch
2 cups orange juice, sour (bitter)
1 onion, finely chopped large
1/2 cup of chopped shallot
1 hot green pepper, chopped
1/2 cup vegetable oil
salt
2 teaspoons hot pepper
1 large chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped shallots or 1/2 cup scallion
3 minced garlic cloves
1/2 cup lemons or 1/2 cup lime juice
1/4 cup oil
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Note: the amount of sour orange juice will depend on if you want to simmer the pork in it or not.
  • Marinate the pork with salt, fresh chopped hot pepper and the sour orange juice and chill overnight.
  • Place the marinated pork on the stove, and simmer for 60 to 90 minutes in more sour orange juice and/or water until pieces are tender.
  • Once cooked, drain the mixture.
  • Heat the oil in a skillet
  • Fry the pork in the pot until brown and crusty on the outside but tender on the inside.
  • Can also be served with Ti-Malice sauce. To make, combine and serve as a dipping sauce for the griot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 642.3, Fat 51.2, SaturatedFat 13.4, Cholesterol 120.8, Sodium 115.2, Carbohydrate 14.1, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 6.9, Protein 30.7

Tips:

- Use a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven for browning the pork. This will help to prevent the meat from sticking and burning. - Brown the pork in batches if necessary, to avoid overcrowding the pot. - Be sure to season the pork with salt and pepper before browning. This will help to develop flavor. - Add the garlic and thyme to the pot towards the end of the browning process, to prevent them from burning. - Use a combination of water and vinegar to deglaze the pot after browning the pork. This will help to loosen any browned bits and add flavor to the sauce. - Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for at least 30 minutes, or until the pork is tender. - Serve the griot with your favorite sides, such as rice, beans, or plantains.

Conclusion:

Griot is a delicious and flavorful Haitian dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its crispy exterior and tender interior, griot is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. Follow these tips and you'll be able to make the best griot at home. So what are you waiting for? Give it a try today!

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