The Haitian Epis features a blend of natural spices and vegetables that form the base for most Haitian foods. It is traditionally made with the mortar and pestle but can also be blended in a food processor. Prepare in large amounts, store in refrigerator and use it to season meats, seafood and more.
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Here are the main ingredients found in most Haitian Epis recipes. Obviously there could be slight variations from the ingredients listed below –
- Onions
- Scallions
- Parsley
- Garlic
- Yellow and/or Red Pepper
- Scotch Bonnet Pepper
- Fresh Thyme
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Ingredients
- 2 large onions, cut in half
- 5-6 green onions (scallions)
- 10 sprigs parsley
- 6-8 cloves of garlic
- 1 yellow pepper
- 1 red pepper
- ½ tbsp kosher salt
- 1 scotch bonnet pepper
- ½ bundle fresh thyme
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Purée onion, bell peppers, scallions, garlic, parsley, oil, and scotch bonnet pepper (remove the seeds for less heat) and salt, in a food processor or blender until smooth. Put in glass jar or air tight container. Make 2-3 cups