Pikliz is a spicy, tangy condiment made primarily from pickled cabbage, carrots, bell peppers, onions, and Scotch bonnet peppers, seasoned with vinegar and spices. It adds a burst of flavor to Haitian dishes, particularly fried foods like griot (fried pork) and fried plantains, yum!
Pikliz is often made in large batches and stored in jars, allowing it to be preserved for extended periods. Storing food is especially important for Haitians as they are often faced with food insecurity. We believe no child should go hungry. Our program in Haiti served over 10,000 meals to children in need last year.
We hope you enjoy this delicious Haitian staple as much as we do and that it connects you in a deeper way with our extended Haitian family.
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13 yrs. old
Entered the Program: February 2025
Estrella lives with her mother and older sister in a one-bedroom house made of adobe brick with a tin roof and concrete and dirt floors. They share a piece of property with another family member, but each family has their own kitchen space. They cook with wood and have access to water from a hose on the property. The bathroom is outdoors.
Estrella’s mother became a single parent when her husband abandoned the family in 2022. Estrella had not seen her dad since then. Estrella’s mother is the sole provider for the family and works farming other people’s fields as well as her own.
Estrella’s sister, Mayrin, is also in the JUCUM program.
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