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    Haitian Food

    Haitian Food

    Haitian food is a vibrant celebration of culture, tradition, and unforgettable flavor. Here at Savory Thoughts, we will learn to cook easy, classic, healthy-ish and delicious Haitian foods with just a few basic ingredients.

    Discover the Bold, Authentic Flavors of Haitian Food and Cuisine

    Deeply rooted in African, French, Spanish, and Indigenous influences, Haitian dishes are rich in history and soul.

    Though we are in the Caribbean, Haitian food is NOT spicy, but very flavorful and is filled with acidic – lemony flavor.

    From our crispy fried pork (non – vegan griot and vegan griot) to savory legume (vegetable stew) and perfectly seasoned diri djon djon (black mushroom rice), every bite tells a story passed down through generations.

    From my Haitian Peanut Butter Recipe to my Traditional Air Fryer Fried Plantains to my insanely delicious Haitian Chicken Tacos, find great Haitian food that will guarantee to excite a dinner conversation around your kitchen table!

    At the heart of Haitian cooking is bold seasoning—and that’s where our handcrafted Haitian spice blends come in.

    Whether you’re making epis from scratch or looking for a shortcut to that authentic taste, our signature blends are made to deliver the real flavor of Haiti straight to your kitchen.

    With a perfect balance of herbs, garlic, peppers, and aromatics, our Jacmel Seasoning and Saint-Marc Seasoning blend (Savory Thoughts’ Holy Trinity) are pantry staples for every dish—from marinades and soups to fried fish andrice.

    We’ve curated this Haitian Food Section to bring you the best of traditional and modern Haitian recipes. Whether you’re cooking a Sunday meal with family or trying Haitian foods for the first time, you’ll find inspiration, step-by-step guidance, and seasoning suggestions to help you recreate the magic at home.

    Explore recipes that highlight the richness of Haitian cuisine—from spicy pikliz to comforting soup joumou / vegan soup joumou—and learn how our spice blends make all the difference. We believe in honoring our heritage with every recipe and making it easy for you to do the same.

    Our Haitian food recipes are more than just recipes - we also share kitchen tips, cooking techniques, and cultural stories that help you understand the roots and rhythm of Haitian foods.

    Bring the heat, flavor, and tradition of Haiti to your table—one dish at a time—with the help of our authentic Haitian spice blends.

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    Haitian Dishes To Try

    Fried Haitian griot stacked on top of each other

    Haitian Griot Recipe (Fried Pork Shoulder) 

    Mayi moulin with shrimp in black bowl and sauce on the side

    Mayi Moulen Ak Kribish

    Haitian White Rice With topped with Legume

    Haitian White Rice

    Haitian legume in black bowl, with quinoa and spinach on the side on a wooden board.

    Haitian Legume

    stacked plantain balls

    Plantain Balls

    Fried Red Snapper in a tray with Haitian red beans and rice, pikliz, and Jacmel seasoning.

    Fried Red Snapper

    Haitian salmon stew in black bowl mixed with bell peppers and onions with white rice and sos pwa in the background in a blue plate.

    Haitian Salmon Stew

    The best Haitian legume militon recipe paired with red beans and rice, thyme, Jacmel seasoning, Saint-March Seasoning. Perfect for meal prep and year-around dish.

    Haitian Legume Militon With Lamb

    Pumpkin Carrot Soup topped with black pepper and fresh herbs with grilled cheese sandwich on the side.

    Pumpkin Carrot Soup

    Haitian Fried Plantains topped with pikliz and Harissa meatballs in black plate.

    Haitian Fried Plantain

    Haitian bouyon in white plate

    Haitian Food

    Hand holding Haitian Patty

    Homemade Haitian Patties (Haitian Pate)

    Spinach ak Zepina (polenta and spinach) in a black bowl with spinach and fork on the board

    Mais Moulin Ak Zepina

    Haitian chicken tacos topped with pikliz on board

    Haitian Chicken Tacos

    Cooked mais moulin in black bowl

    Mais Moulin (Creamy Polenta / Haitian Cornmeal)

    hand holding fork cutting into pain patate

    Pain Patate Recipe

    Instant Pot Oxtail Pin

    Instant Pot Oxtail

    Cooked Haitian Diri Djon Djon

    Haitian Black Rice

    Baked Haitian Mac and cheese (macaroni au gratin)

    Haitian Macaroni Au Gratin

    Air fryer turkey breast in dish with roasted potatoes and carrots

    Air Fryer Turkey Breast Recipe

    rice and lima beans on plate

    Haitian Lima Beans And Rice

    Plantain porridge in bowl with hand holding the back of the bowl.

    Labouyi Bannann-Plantain Porridge

    Cooked Haitian black beans and rice in dutch oven.

    Haitian Black Beans And Rice

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    About Us

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    We’re AJ & Mirlene. We create delicious traditional Haitian Food Recipes with a spin to make it easy for you to make. Join us and let's cook something delicious!

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    Favorite Recipes

    • Cowboy Caviar in green bowl with chips, bell pepper cut in half, cilantro, and lime on the side
      The BEST Cowboy Caviar Ever
    • Learn to make Haitian Epis as it is used as the base for almost all Haitian recipes. It is a perfect blend of fresh natural herbs, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, and peppers.
      Haitian Epis (Haitian Seasoning Base)
    • sliced plantain bread on wooden board
      Plantain Bread
    • Green soup butternut squash soup in two bowls
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    • How to Cook Spaghetti Squash Boats - Savory Thoughts - Here’s the right way to cook spaghetti squash boats! This method will leave you with a juicy, tender, spaghetti-like experience every single time. Full of fiber and other nutritious value. 
      How to Cook Spaghetti Squash Boats (The Right Way!)
    • Apple Carrot ginger juice - exceptionally healthy fruit and vegetable juice to keep you energized, hydrated, and vibrant. Only 3 main ingredients to make this easy Vitamix juice.
      Carrot Ginger Apple Juice
    • Instant Pot Haitian Rice And Beans - Red beans and rice is a popular dish in Haiti. Traditionally prepared with Haitian Epis (Haitian Seasoning Base), and served throughout the year. The flavors in this Haitian red beans and rice is as bold as any flavors you will find in other Haitian food recipes. This delicious and nourishing dish is an instant pot version. Thanks to pressure cookers, Haitian rice can be made in a matter of minutes! 
      Instant Pot Haitian Rice And Beans
    • rice coked with dill on blue plate
      Dill Rice Recipe
    • soup in white bowls topped with herbs
      Tomato Soup
    • stacked cloud bread
      Easy Calorie Cloud Bread Recipe
    • Hand holding Haitian Patty
      Homemade Haitian Patties (Haitian Pate)
    • Easy Oven Baked Lamb Chops In skillet
      Easy Baked Lamb Chops

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