Haitian Epis (Haitian Seasoning Base) Recipe

Haitian Epis (Haitian Seasoning Base) Recipe

Meet Epis, Haiti’s go-to seasoning blend! Packed with flavor, it’s the secret behind those mouthwatering Haitian dishes you love.

Course Main Dish, Seasoning Base

Cuisine Haitian

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 10

Total Time 30

Servings Servings

Calories 29kcal

Author Savory Thoughts

Equipment

High Quality Blender
Food Processor Optional

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 or our Jacmel, Saint-Marc, and Delmas Spice Blend

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.

Video

Notes

How I Use Haitian Epis in My Kitchen

To season chicken, beef, or seafood before cooking
In soups and stews, to add instant richness
Mixed into rice dishes for extra flavor
As a base for sauces or gravies

Sometimes, I even rub it on vegetables before roasting—try it and thank me later!

How to Store Your Epis

I store mine in an airtight glass jar in the fridge. It easily lasts 2 to 3 weeks, sometimes longer if it’s handled with a clean spoon every time.

For longer storage, I also freeze it in small portions using ice cube trays—super convenient when I’m in a rush or don’t feel like blending a fresh batch.

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**** Calories are estimated per serving.

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