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    Haitian Food » Haitian Epis (Haitian Seasoning Base)

    Haitian Epis (Haitian Seasoning Base)

    Posted On January 7, 2019 By Mirlene Last updated September 6, 2020 111 Comments

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    Haitian Epis is used as the base for almost all Haitian recipes. It is a perfect blend of fresh natural herbs, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, and peppers. 

    • Learn to make Haitian Epis as it is used as the base for almost all Haitian recipes. It is a perfect blend of fresh natural herbs, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, and peppers.

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    This Haitian Epis (Haitian Seasoning Base) recipe is bold in flavor, easy to make, and is perfect for classic Haitian dishes!

    • Learn to make Haitian Epis as it is used as the base for almost all Haitian recipes. It is a perfect blend of fresh natural herbs, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, and peppers.

    When it comes to authentic Haitian food recipes, Haitians have a base seasoning that’s usually included in almost all dishes. Haitian Epis or Haitian seasoning, is mostly the same throughout the country. However, additional ingredients are added depending on the region.

    What I like about Haitian Epis or Haitian Seasoning? 

    The seasoning can last up to 3 months in the refrigerator or longer depending on the ingredients that are used. Some people prepare the seasoning then freeze portions of it for later use.  The acid in the seasoning help keep the ingredients from spoiling.

    How do you make Haitian Epis?

    • Learn to make Haitian Epis as it is used as the base for almost all Haitian recipes. It is a perfect blend of fresh natural herbs, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, and peppers.

    You first need the base ingredients. You will need garlic, fresh parsley, assorted bell peppers, green onions, thyme, olive oil, salt and pepper, and Maggie; however, I do not use Maggie. Instead, I used better than bouillon because of the bold flavor. Depending on the person who is preparing the seasoning, sometimes spicy peppers are also added. All of the ingredients are added to a blender and is blended in the form of pesto.

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    Learn to make Haitian Epis as it is used as the base for almost all Haitian recipes. It is a perfect blend of fresh natural herbs, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, and peppers.

    Haitian Epis (Haitian Seasoning Base)

    Savory Thoughts
    Learn to make Haitian Epis as it is used as the base for almost all Haitian recipes. It is a perfect blend of fresh natural herbs, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, and peppers.
    4.99 from 59 votes
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    Prep Time 20 mins
    Cook Time 10 mins
    Total Time 30 mins
    Course Main Dish, Seasoning Base
    Cuisine Haitian
    Servings 76 Servings
    Calories 29 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • ½ cup Fresh parsley chopped
    • 10 sprigs Thyme
    • 1 tablespoon Whole Cloves
    • 10 Cloves garlic
    • 1 cup Bell peppers and onions
    • 1 cup Green onions
    • 2 tablespoon Basil
    • 2 teaspoon Salt and pepper
    • 2 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
    • 1 cup Olive oil
    • ⅓ cup Apple cider vinegar
    • ¼ cup Better bouillon vegetable base paste

    Instructions
     

    • Place the ingredients in a blender or food processor. Blend to desired consistency, but not liquify. Blend in the form of pesto.
    • Place in a 16oz jar. Refrigerate for later use. 

    Nutrition

    Serving: 76ServingsCalories: 29kcalCarbohydrates: 1gFat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 145mgPotassium: 14mgVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 1.7mgIron: 0.2mg
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    Learn to make Haitian Epis as it is used as the base for almost all Haitian recipes. It is a perfect blend of fresh natural herbs, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, and peppers.

    Haitian Epis (Haitian Seasoning Base)

    Savory Thoughts
    Learn to make Haitian Epis as it is used as the base for almost all Haitian recipes. It is a perfect blend of fresh natural herbs, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, and peppers.
    4.99 from 59 votes
    Print Recipe Pin Recipe
    Prep Time 20 mins
    Cook Time 10 mins
    Total Time 30 mins
    Course Main Dish, Seasoning Base
    Cuisine Haitian
    Servings 76 Servings
    Calories 29 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • ½ cup Fresh parsley chopped
    • 10 sprigs Thyme
    • 1 tablespoon Whole Cloves
    • 10 Cloves garlic
    • 1 cup Bell peppers and onions
    • 1 cup Green onions
    • 2 tablespoon Basil
    • 2 teaspoon Salt and pepper
    • 2 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
    • 1 cup Olive oil
    • ⅓ cup Apple cider vinegar
    • ¼ cup Better bouillon vegetable base paste

    Instructions
     

    • Place the ingredients in a blender or food processor. Blend to desired consistency, but not liquify. Blend in the form of pesto.
    • Place in a 16oz jar. Refrigerate for later use. 

    Nutrition

    Serving: 76ServingsCalories: 29kcalCarbohydrates: 1gFat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 145mgPotassium: 14mgVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 1.7mgIron: 0.2mg
    Making this recipe?Mention @MSavoryThoughts or tag #SavoryThoughts!
    Tried this recipe?Mention @SavoryThoughts or tag #SavoryThoughts!
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    Comments

    1. Denise

      January 12, 2023 at 12:14 am

      I can’t find better than bouillon. If I use powdered Maggie is it also 1/4 c.? thanks

      Reply
      • Mirlene

        January 14, 2023 at 3:33 am

        No. Two tablespoons should be sufficient.

        Reply
    2. Antoinette

      December 31, 2022 at 11:58 pm

      This seasoning blend gave my food LIFE. It is divine. Thank you so much @savorythoughts for sharing your recipe. I feel like I will be putting this on everything. I recently used it on my baked salmon. So delicious. Thank you again.

      Reply
      • Mirlene

        January 03, 2023 at 1:29 pm

        So glad to hear that, Antoinette. Thank you!

        Reply
    3. Julie

      September 26, 2022 at 2:30 pm

      I am definitely going to try this. Should I leave the stem on the thyme. Also, if I add lemon or lime will it still last as long or do you recommend I add lemon when I am ready to season my meat.

      Reply
      • Mirlene

        September 27, 2022 at 8:08 pm

        Hi Julie,
        Thank you. You definitely want to add the lemon / lime juice when blending. This will help preserve the seasoning. Also, yes, I usually leave the stem.

        Reply
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