Haitian Meatballs (Boulette De Viande)
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🍲 Haitian Style Meatballs (Bullette) đź‡đź‡ą
These flavorful Haitian meatballs, known as bullette, are a delightful blend of spices and ingredients that create a juicy and savory dish. Perfect for serving with rice or as a hearty snack!
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🌍 What Is Haitian Style Meatballs?
Bullette is a traditional Haitian dish made from ground beef mixed with spices, vegetables, and bread, then fried to perfection. These meatballs are a staple in Haitian cuisine, often enjoyed with a side of rice and a rich sauce.
🧾 Ingredients
**Base:**
- 2 teaspoons seasoned salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon crushed garlic
- ÂĽ cup finely minced onions
- ÂĽ cup finely minced red and green bell peppers (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Haitian spice (see video for recipe)
- 1½ teaspoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2-3 lbs ground beef
- 2 pieces of bread (edges removed)
- â…“ cup water
- 1½ cups vegetable oil
- ½ cup flour
**Optional:**
- Additional salt to taste
- Haitian sauce for serving (see video for recipe)
👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1. **Prepare Ingredients:**
- Wash your hands thoroughly.
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- Soak the bread in â…“ cup of water and set aside.
2. **Mix Meatball Mixture:**
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, seasoned salt, black pepper, onion powder, crushed garlic, minced onions, minced bell peppers, Haitian spice, and lime juice.
- Use your hands to mix the ingredients thoroughly. If you prefer, you can wear cooking gloves.
3. **Incorporate Bread:**
- Squeeze excess water from the soaked bread and crumble it into the meat mixture.
- Mix well to ensure the bread is evenly distributed throughout the meat.
4. **Shape Meatballs:**
- Take a portion of the meat mixture and roll it into a ball shape, about the size of a golf ball.
- Repeat until all the mixture is shaped into meatballs.
5. **Coat Meatballs:**
- Lightly coat each meatball in flour, shaking off any excess.
6. **Fry Meatballs:**
- Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
- Carefully add the meatballs to the hot oil and fry for about 5 minutes on one side.
- Flip the meatballs and fry for an additional 5-6 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
7. **Check for Doneness:**
- Ensure the meatballs are cooked all the way through and have a nice golden color.
🍽️ How to Serve
Serve the Haitian style meatballs hot, alongside rice and a drizzle of Haitian sauce for added flavor. They can also be enjoyed as a standalone snack!
đź’ˇ Pro Tips
- If the meatballs seem dry, consider serving them with a Haitian sauce to enhance moisture and flavor.
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- Adjust the seasoning to your taste; feel free to add more salt or spices as desired.
🔥 Why You’ll Love This
These Haitian style meatballs are not only delicious but also versatile! They are perfect for family dinners, gatherings, or as a tasty snack. The combination of spices and fresh ingredients makes each bite a burst of flavor, and they are sure to impress anyone who tries them!