Description
A foundation of Haitian cuisine blending onions, peppers, fresh herbs, cloves, and more to create a unique and savory flavor base for any dish.
Ingredients
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- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 3 tablespoons Better than Bouillon paste, vegetable flavor
- 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped into 2" pieces
- 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped into 2" pieces
- 1 cup packed parsley, tops and stems
- 3 green onions, chopped into 2" pieces
- 10 garlic cloves
- 6-8 sprigs of thyme
- 3 whole cloves
- 1 stalk of celery, chopped into 2" pieces
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper or scotch bonnet pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Combine all the ingredients in the bowl of a food processor.
- Pulse the processor a few times and then set to high.
- Blend for 2-3 minutes or until a sauce has formed and everything is minced into tiny bits.
- Store in a sealed glass jar in the refrigerator for several weeks or freeze for long-term storage.
Notes
The clove can be added whole, and the thyme can be added with the sprig if its soft, not woody; the processor will break them down completely.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: sauce
- Method: food processor
- Cuisine: Haitian