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Best Haitian Pikliz Recipe

Haitian Pikliz Recipe

How to Make Haitian Pikliz at Home

Haitian pikliz is a flavorful, spicy, and tangy condiment that is a traditional side dish in Haitian culture. Its bold and zesty flavor can spice up any dish. Packed with fresh vegetables submerged in tangy vinegar, this condiment is highly nutritious and healthy as well. Haitian Pikliz is traditionally served alongside fried plantain, Diri Djon Djon (Haitian Black Rice), fried chicken, and fish fillets. But you can level up any of the dishes on the table. Haitian Pkiliz won't let you leave anything on the plate.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Total Time 25 mins
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Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 10
Calories: 5
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year
Description

Pikliz is a classic part of Haitian culture. This homemade Haitian Pikliz embodies the vibrant culture of Haiti with its healthy ingredients, bold flavor, and zesty spice. This single condiment can make any dish, more spicy, flavorful, bold, and rich.

Whether you're inviting your friends to dinner or organizing a cultural theme party, do not miss to make this ahead of time. Your friends and family members will be lost in the tangy, zesty flavor of Haitian Pikliz and will remember this dinner for years.
So let's dive into making this unique, flavorful condiment with the ingredients right from your pantry.

Ingredients of Haitian Pikliz
    For the Vegetables:
  • 2 Cups Green Cabbage (Finely shredded.)
  • 1 Large Carrot (Julienned.)
  • 1 Medium Red Bell Pepper (Thinly sliced.)
  • 1 Medium Onion (Thinly sliced.)
  • 4 Scotch Bonnet Peppers (Thinly sliced, ajdust the quantitly according to spice preferences.)
  • 4 Garlic Cloves (Minced.)
  • 1/4 Cup Green Onion (Spring Onion)
    • For the Pickling Liquid:
  • 2 Cups White Vinegar (You can substitute the white vinegar with apple cider vinegar or according to your choice.)
  • 1 Tsp Kosher Salt
  • 1/2 Tsp Black Pepper
  • 1 Tsp Sugar (Optional, for taste balance)
  • 1 Tsp Thyme (Dried or fresh)
Step by Step Guide to Make Haitian Pikliz at Home.
    Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. 1
    1. Prepare the Vegetables
    • Thoroughly wash all the vegetables under fresh running water and let them dry.
    • Shredd the cabbage using a sharp knife or a mandoline. 
    • Julienne the carrots and slice the bell pepper, onion and, green onions. 
    • Thinly slice or dice the scotch bonnet peppers. 
    Wear gloves while slicing the scotch bonnet peppers to avoid irritation. Remove the seed if you want less spicy.
  2. 2
    2. Assemble the Pikliz
    • Combine all the prepared vegetables and add minced garlic and thyme. Mix well to combine.
  3. 3
    3. Make the Pickling Liquid
    • In a small saucepan, add white vinegar and heat until warm on low flame. Do not boil the vinegar. 
    • Add kosher salt, black pepper, and optional sugar and mix until dissolved. 
  4. 4
    4. Combine and Store
    • Pour the warm pickling liquid on the vegetables ensuring they're fully submerged in the pickling liquid. Mix well with a wooden spatula.
    • Transfer the mixture into a sterilized glass jar and press down to remove air pockets.
    • Seal the jar tightly and refrigerate for at least 24 hours. 
    • Let it sit for 2-3 days before enjoying the best flavor. 

Nutrition Facts

Servings 10

Amount Per Serving
Calories 5kcal
% Daily Value *
Sodium 30mg2%
Total Carbohydrate 1g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.3g2%
Vitamin C 8 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Notes for this Homemade Haitian Pikliz Recipe:

  • Spice Level: Adjust the spice level by ajdusting the number of scotch bonnet peppers according to desired heat level. Removing the seed and membranes can also reduce the heat.
  • Vegetable Substitutions: Cabbage and carrots are the traditional ingredients of this condiment, feel free the add or substitute remaining vegetables according to taste and choice.
  • Sterilizing Jars: Ensure your jars are properly sterlized to extend the shelflife of Haitian Pikliz.
  • Flavor Development: Allow the pikliz to sit for at least 2-3 days in the fridge for best flavor.
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Tahira Javed
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Hi, I'm Tahira Javed, a full-time food blogger, I live in New Jersey with my family. Loves traveling, sharing new recipes, trying trending nail art, and home decorations.