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How to Make Diri ak Djon Djon (Haitian Black Mushroom Rice) - A Step-by-Step Guide

Haitian cuisine is a rich and diverse tapestry of flavors and ingredients, influenced by the island's history and its African, French, and indigenous Taino heritage. One of the most iconic and beloved dishes in Haitian cuisine is Diri ak Djon Djon, or Haitian Black Mushroom Rice. This dish is deeply ingrained in Haitian culture and is often served at special occasions, family gatherings, and holidays.

Djon Djon mushrooms, also known as black mushrooms, are a rare and prized ingredient...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup canola oil
  • 1 Scotch bonnet chile pepper, chopped
  • 2 cubes black mushroom-flavored bouillon (such as Maggi® Djon Djon)
  • 1 cube chicken bouillon (such as Maggi®)
  • 1 cube seasoning bouillon (such as Maggi®)
  • 2 tablespoons crushed red pepper
  • 2 tablespoons onion powder
  • 2 tablespoons kosher salt
  • 2 tablespoons ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon ground thyme
  • 3 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 2 cups frozen lima beans
  • 2 (14 ounce) cans coconut milk
  • 6 cups water
  • 3 cups uncooked jasmine rice

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add Scotch bonnet pepper, bouillon cubes, red pepper, onion powder, kosher salt, black pepper, and thyme; cook and stir until cubes dissolve. Add garlic and saute for another 4 minutes. Turn up heat to medium-high; stir in lima beans and cook for 4 minutes. Pour in coconut milk and bring to a boil; stir until mixture turns black.
  • Meanwhile, bring water to a boil in another pot. Stir in rice and let boil for about 10 minutes. Turn heat down to medium and mix in coconut milk mixture; cook for about 7 minutes more. Reduce heat to low.
  • Place a clean dishcloth over the pot. Put a lid over the top and allow to steam for at least 15 to 20 minutes. Uncover and serve.

    • Nutrition

    867 cal.

    • Total Fat: 50g
    • Saturated Fat: 21g
    • Cholesterol: 0mg
    • Sodium: 1759mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 93g
    • Dietary Fiber: 12g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 17g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 88mg
    • Iron: 9mg
    • Potassium: 1063mg

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