What You Need to Know
A Haitian patty is a baked puff pastry. It is commonly filled with beef, fish or chicken seasoned with epis.
Steps
- 1.
Pâté Haïtien (Haiti): Traditional street food showcasing flaky pastry with spiced fillings
- 2.
Empanada Criolla (Dominican Republic): Regional variation with similar pastry technique but different spice profile
- 3.
Jamaican Patty (Jamaica): Adaptation using turmeric for distinctive yellow color and flavor
The Science
Primary Reaction
Maillard Reaction