Soup Joumou

Soup joumou is associated with a watershed moment in Haitian history. When Haiti was liberated from French colonial rule on January 1, 1804, it was served as a commemorative dish. As a result, it's a popular choice for Haiti's Independence Day.

This delectable soup is made with goat meat and various vegetables. Soup Joumou is a hearty soup with key ingredients such as beef and pumpkin, as well as carrots, onions, macaroni, squash, and potatoes. Fresh ginger, garlic, sage, and a generous splash of lemon or lime juice flavor it. When the meat has been stewed for a reasonable amount of time, you will fall in love with its tenderness and flavor. On cold days, a bowl of warm soup is ideal.

In particular, UNESCO designated Haiti's Soup Joumou as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in December 2021.