Marinad (Haitian Chicken Fritters)

There's a well-known Haitian proverb that goes, "pa gen kominyon san marinad," which translates as "it's not a proper Haitian communion celebration unless Haitian chicken fritters are served!"

In fact, at every communion or wedding, Marinad were fritters served for everyone to enjoy. Haitian chicken fritters are a fried appetizer made from shredded cooked chicken, garlic, scallions, pepper, and herbs.

While marinated fritters are traditionally a celebratory dish, they can also be purchased from street vendors throughout Haiti. The fritters are extremely cheap, with 5 marinated fritters costing only 5 Haitian Gourdes (less than US $0.50), making them a must-try food in Haiti.