Griot Tako (haitian Griot Tacos)
Griot Tako, or Haitian Griot Tacos, are a delicious fusion of traditional Haitian griot and Mexican tacos. This recipe combines crispy marinated pork, tangy slaw, and zesty pikliz, all wrapped in warm tortillas for a flavorful and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1/2 cup lime juice
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 8 small flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 cup pikliz (Haitian spicy slaw)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the pork, orange juice, lime juice, garlic, thyme, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated pork and cook until browned and cooked through, about 10-12 minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix the shredded cabbage, carrots, cilantro, mayonnaise, and lime juice to make the slaw.
- Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or in the oven until soft and pliable.
- Assemble the tacos by filling each tortilla with the cooked pork, slaw, and pikliz.
- Serve the Griot Tako immediately and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 1 hour
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 450 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 35g
- Protein
- 25g
- Fat
- 20g
Supplies
Large bowl Skillet Small bowl Tongs
Tools
Knife Cutting board Measuring cups and spoons Spatula
Serving suggestions
Serve the Griot Tako with a side of fried plantains and a cold glass of hibiscus tea for a complete Haitian meal experience.
Tips & tricks
For extra flavor, you can add a splash of hot sauce or a squeeze of lime juice to the assembled tacos before serving.
Cost
$20