Name: The BEST Haitian Spaghetti Ever!!
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Haitian
Ingredients: ½ lb spaghetti; ¼ cup olive oil; 2 tbsp Haitian epis (a blend of herbs and spices); 1 onion, chopped; 1 green bell pepper, diced; 1 red bell pepper, diced; 2 Roma tomatoes, diced; 2 tbsp tomato paste; 3 small Maggi cubes (or substitute with vegetable bouillon); 4 hot dogs, cut into rounds; ⅛ tsp ground cloves; ⅓ cup reserved pasta water; Salt, to taste; 2 hard boiled eggs (halved)

Description

Haitian Spaghetti is a flavorful and traditional dish that combines al dente pasta with a rich, savory sauce made from Haitian epis, vegetables, hot dogs, and spices. Perfectly paired with a hard-boiled egg for an authentic touch.

Ingredients

½ lb spaghetti
¼ cup olive oil
2 tbsp Haitian epis (a blend of herbs and spices)
1 onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
2 Roma tomatoes, diced
2 tbsp tomato paste
3 small Maggi cubes (or substitute with vegetable bouillon)
4 hot dogs, cut into rounds
⅛ tsp ground cloves
⅓ cup reserved pasta water
Salt, to taste
2 hard boiled eggs (halved)

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Instructions

Cook the spaghetti to al dente according to package instructions. Reserve about ⅓ cup of pasta water before draining.
In a large saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add Haitian epis and fry until fragrant and golden, about 1-2 minutes.
Add the chopped onion, green and red bell peppers, and diced tomatoes. Sauté for 5 minutes until the vegetables soften.
Stir in the tomato paste, then crumble in the Maggi cubes. Add the sliced hot dogs and ground cloves. Mix everything thoroughly.
Pour in the reserved pasta water, reduce heat, and let simmer for 10-15 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and flavors to meld. Season with salt to taste.
Add the cooked spaghetti to the sauce and toss until evenly coated.
Serve hot with half a boiled egg on each plate for a traditional Haitian touch.

Notes

For added flavor, use the broth cube of your choice if Maggi is unavailable.
Adjust the seasoning and salt levels according to your taste preferences.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Haitian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 525 kcal
Sugar: 5 g
Sodium: 850 mg
Fat: 20 g
Saturated Fat: 4 g
Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 65 g
Fiber: 4 g
Protein: 15 g
Cholesterol: 125 mg