Crispy Air Fryer Haitian Griot (Healthier Fried Pork Bites)
Serves 425 mins prep105 mins cook
This air fryer Haitian Griot recipe features marinated pork shoulder cooked until crispy. A lighter twist on the traditional Haitian fried pork dish.
2 servings
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Instructions
0 Step 1: Prep the Pork 1 Rub the lime halves over the pork pieces to clean them (this is a Haitian must!), rinse under cold water, and set aside. 2 Step 2: Build the Marinade 3 In a bowl, mix together the sour orange juice, lime juice, salt, parsley, thyme, scallions, black pepper, and Noubess Hot Sauce (or scotch bonnet if you like it fiery). 4 Step 3: Marinate the Meat 5 Add the pork to a large bowl or a zip-top bag, pour in the marinade, and mix to coat. Cover and let it sit for at least 30 minutes—overnight if you’ve got time. More time = more flavor. 6 Step 4: Simmer for Flavor 7 Place the pork and marinade into a saucepan. Add a little water if needed (just enough to barely cover the meat), and bring to a gentle boil. Lower the heat and simmer for about 25–30 minutes, until the pork is tender but not falling apart. 8 Step 5: Air Fry to Crispy Perfection 9 Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Remove the pork from the liquid and pat it dry (important for crisping!). 10 Place the pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Air fry for 15–20 minutes, shaking or flipping halfway through, until golden, crispy, and irresistible. 11 Pro tip: Work in batches if you need to. Crowded baskets = soggy bites.View original recipe
