Epis (Haitian Seasoning Base)

Name: Epis (Haitian Seasoning Base)
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1 small onion, coarsely chopped; 1 1/2 green bell pepper, coarsely chopped; 1 1/2 red bell pepper, coarsely chopped; 1 1/2 yellow bell pepper, coarsely chopped; 1 6 scallions, coarsely chopped; 1 6 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped; 1 1 cup coarsely chopped parsley leaves with tender stems; 1 1/2 cup olive or canola oil; 1 6 basil leaves

From the kitchen of Carly

This vibrant Haitian seasoning base layers onion, three bell peppers, scallions, garlic, and fresh parsley into a smooth, fragrant paste. Blitz it once, then use it to anchor rice and beans, stews, or anything needing serious depth. Make ahead and freeze.

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Servings: 4
Difficulty: medium

Ingredients

4 servings

11 small onion, coarsely chopped
11/2 green bell pepper, coarsely chopped
11/2 red bell pepper, coarsely chopped
11/2 yellow bell pepper, coarsely chopped
16 scallions, coarsely chopped
16 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
11 cup coarsely chopped parsley leaves with tender stems
11/2 cup olive or canola oil
16 basil leaves

Instructions

Purée onion, bell peppers, scallions, garlic, parsley, oil, and basil in a food processor or blender until smooth.
Epis can be made 5 days ahead; cover and chill, or freeze up to 1 month.