How to Make Authentic Green Seasoning

Authentic green seasoning is one of those recipes that everyone who grew up in a Caribbean household is familiar with. Everybody had that mother, auntie, or grandmother who would make this once a week. I was fortunate to have a relative who made this in bulk and distribute jars of it to the family.

I also grew up in Brooklyn, which had a heavy Caribbean influence. From old fashioned home cooking to the restaurants in the area, West Indian food was my love language (and still is)! I was curious as to what made these recipes stand out, and when I was told green seasoning was the key to these dishes, I became intrigued.

Authentic Green seasoning is versatile

You don’t need a lot to give your recipes flavor. A little bit definitely goes a long way with this recipe. I typically use a couple of tablespoons in my dishes but feel free to use as much as you’d like!

Additionally, Caribbean green seasoning is a staple in pretty much every traditional West Indian dish you could imagine. Everything from jerk chicken to comforting stews uses this aromatic blend of herbs and spices.

• The versatility– Green seasoning is used in so many dishes. You can use it in stews, soups, fish recipes, chicken dishes, you name it!
• Complex depth of flavor– This recipe includes cilantro, parsley, scallions, and a mix of peppers. It also includes scotch bonnet, a pepper specific for this recipe that makes it nice and spicy!

• Cilantro
• Parsley
• Scallions
• Garlic
• Fresh Thyme
• Scotch Bonnet Pepper

• You can adjust the level of spice with the scotch bonnet. For a milder taste, remove the seeds from the pepper. For a hotter taste, simply leave the seeds in.

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How to Make Authentic Green Seasoning

Author: Patrick Lee

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 10 mins Total Time 10 mins

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Description

Looking to add a little umph to your recipes? This authentic green seasoning will do the trick! Made with fresh herbs, peppers, and spices, this is an amazing addition to any dish you can think of.

Authentic Green Seasoning

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Servings

• 2 cups cilantro

• 2 cups parsley

• 4 scallions (diced)

• 10 cloves fresh garlic (chopped)

• 10 sprigs fresh thyme

• 2 stalks celery (chopped)

• 1 large white onion (diced)

• 2 scotch bonnet peppers (seeds optional)

• 1 red bell pepper (diced)

• 1 green bell pepper (diced)

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• Salt and Pepper (to taste)

Instructions

1. Add all of the ingredients to a high powered blender or food processor.
2. Mix and blend until it turns into a fine paste.
3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Store in an airtight container and refrigerate immediately.

Keywords: seasoning, marinade, sauce

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