Haitian
Haitian Griot (Fried Pork)
Haitian griot is the king of the Haitian table — pork shoulder marinated in citrus and green seasoning, braised until tender, then fried ...
⏱ Prep 20 min 🍳 Cook 90 min 👥 Serves 4 Moderate
Ingredients
Spices & Herbs
♦3 tbsp WOS Green Seasoning
♦2 tbsp WOS All Purpose Seasoning
♦2 tbsp cooking oil
Other
♦2 lbs pork shoulder (cut into large chunks)
♦Juice of 2 oranges and 1 lime
♦1 Scotch bonnet (seeded and minced)
♦4 garlic cloves (minced)
♦1 onion (quartered)
♦WOS Haitian Pikliz for serving
Step-by-Step Instructions
1
Combine pork with green seasoning, all purpose seasoning, citrus juices, Scotch bonnet, garlic, and onion. Marinate overnight.
2
Transfer everything to a pot. Add 1/2 cup water. Braise covered on medium-low 60-75 min until pork is very tender.
3
Remove pork from liquid. Pat dry — this is critical for crisping.
4
Heat oil in a skillet or Dutch oven over high heat.
5
Fry pork pieces in batches until deeply golden and crispy on all sides, 4-5 min per side.
6
Drain briefly on paper. Serve immediately with Haitian Pikliz and fried plantain.
Flavor Education
Understanding what each spice contributes is the difference between following a recipe and truly cooking.
Epis (Green Seasoning)
Aromatic herb base — garlic, scallion, thyme, pepper
Haitian epis is the foundation of nearly every dish. Marinate proteins in it overnight for authentic depth.
Scotch Bonnet
Fruit-forward heat that defines the flavor profile
Add whole for aroma with moderate heat, or smash for full heat delivery.
Cooking Tips by Skill Level
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Season lightly first — you can always add more, but you can't take it away. Taste at every step and trust your palate.
Build your flavor in layers: bloom your dry spices in oil for 30 seconds before adding liquids to unlock their full depth.
Finish with a hit of acid (lime, lemon, or vinegar) right before serving to brighten and balance the entire dish.
🧂 Spices for This Recipe
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Green Seasoning
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Haitian Pikliz
caribbean · jerk · pickle · spicy
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All Purpose Seasoning
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