Description
Bold & Flavorful Haitian Epis Recipe to Transform Any Dish
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 large red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 1 bunch green onions (scallions), chopped
- 1 head of garlic, peeled
- 1 bunch of parsley, stems removed
- 10–12 sprigs of fresh thyme
- 1–2 Scotch bonnet peppers (optional, for heat)
- 1–2 teaspoons salt (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2–3 tablespoons lime juice or vinegar
- 1/2 cup olive oil (or vegetable oil)
- 1/2 cup water (adjust as needed for consistency)
Instructions
- Wash and roughly chop all vegetables and herbs. Remove seeds from peppers and Scotch bonnet if using. Strip thyme leaves from stems.
- Combine all ingredients—bell peppers, onion, green onions, garlic, parsley, thyme, lime juice or vinegar, salt, pepper, oil, and water—in a blender or food processor.
- Process until a thick, slightly textured paste forms. Add a bit more water for smoother consistency if needed.
- Adjust salt, citrus, or heat to taste for perfect balance.
- Transfer Epis to airtight jars or containers and refrigerate.
Notes
- Use fresh herbs for best flavor.
- This seasoning can be used for marinating meats or flavoring rice and stews.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Haitian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg