Joumou soup is a traditional Haitian dish enjoyed on New Year's Day to celebrate Haitian Independence Day. It's a hearty soup made with pumpkin, beef or chicken, vegetables, and spices, symbolizing freedom and resilience. ¹⁾

Griot is a popular Haitian dish featuring marinated and fried pork chunks. The pork is typically marinated in a mixture of citrus juices, garlic, and spices, then fried until crispy and golden brown. It's often served with pikliz, a spicy pickled vegetable relish, and fried plantains. ²⁾

Tasso is a flavorful Haitian dish made from smoked and seasoned turkey or goat meat. The meat is marinated in a mixture of spices, including thyme, cloves, and Scotch bonnet peppers, then smoked to perfection. It's often served as a main dish with rice and beans. ³⁾

Lambi, or conch, is a popular seafood dish in Haitian cuisine. The conch meat is tenderized, then simmered in a flavorful sauce made with tomatoes, onions, garlic, and herbs. It's often served with rice and fried plantains. ⁴⁾

Diri Djon Djon is a traditional Haitian rice dish made with black mushrooms known as djon djon. The rice is cooked with mushrooms, which impart a unique flavor and dark color to the dish. It's often served with chicken, seafood, or vegetables. ⁵⁾

Akra is a savory Haitian fritter made from grated malanga (taro root) or yuca (cassava). The grated root vegetables are mixed with spices, formed into balls, and deep-fried until crispy and golden brown. Akra is often served as a snack or appetizer. ⁶⁾

Bouillon is a hearty Haitian soup made with meat (such as chicken, beef, or fish), vegetables, and spices. It's often served as a comforting meal, especially during cold weather or as a remedy for illness. ⁷⁾

Pikliz is a spicy Haitian condiment made from pickled vegetables, typically cabbage, carrots, and Scotch bonnet peppers, flavored with vinegar, lime juice, and spices. It adds a flavorful kick to many Haitian dishes, including griot and fried fish. ⁸⁾

Pikliz Poisson is a Haitian dish consisting of fried fish served with pikliz, a spicy pickled vegetable relish. The fish is seasoned with herbs and spices, then fried until crispy and golden brown. It's often served with rice and fried plantains. ⁹⁾

Pain Patate is a traditional Haitian sweet potato pudding flavored with cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, and rum. It's often served as a dessert during holidays and special occasions, such as Christmas and Easter. ¹⁰⁾

Popular Haitian street food is made from fried slices of breadfruit stuffed with a savory filling, typically salted fish, meat, or cheese. It's a delicious and satisfying snack enjoyed by locals and visitors alike. ¹¹⁾

Legim is a flavorful Haitian vegetable stew made with a variety of root vegetables, such as carrots, cabbage, eggplant, and spinach, cooked in a savory tomato-based sauce. It's often served with rice and beans or cornmeal. ¹²⁾

Mayi Moulen, or Haitian cornmeal porridge, is a comforting and nourishing breakfast dish made with cornmeal, milk, sugar, and spices such as cinnamon and vanilla. It's often served hot and topped with raisins or grated coconut. ¹³⁾

Kalalou is a traditional Haitian dish made with okra cooked in a flavorful sauce with tomatoes, onions, garlic, and spices. It's often served with rice and beans or as a side dish with meat or seafood. ¹⁴⁾

Banan Peze, or fried green plantains, are a popular side dish in Haitian cuisine. The plantains are sliced, flattened, and fried until crispy and golden brown. They're often served with griot, fried fish, or other Haitian dishes. ¹⁵⁾