Here is a recipe for making Pikliz, a spicy pickled cabbage slaw that is often served as a side dish with Griot or other Haitian dishes:

Ingredients:

• 1 head of green cabbage, thinly sliced
• 2 large carrots, peeled and thinly sliced
• 1 large onion, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup white vinegar
• 1/2 cup lime juice
• 1/4 cup honey
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 habanero peppers, seeded and thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, mix together the cabbage, carrots, and onion.
2. In a separate small saucepan, mix together the vinegar, lime juice, honey, garlic, habanero peppers, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
3. Pour the hot pickling liquid over the cabbage mixture and toss to combine. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight.
4. Before serving, toss the Pikliz again to distribute the flavors evenly.

This recipe gives a good balance of sweet and sour and a good level of spiciness, you can adjust the amount of habanero peppers to make it milder or hotter to your liking.

Pikliz can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week, and it will get more flavorful over time.

It’s a great side dish to have with Griot, but also with other Haitian dishes or even sandwiches and burgers.

Enjoy!