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Caribbean green seasoning

Caribbean green seasoning is the main flavoring for Caribbean cuisine. It is made with culantro or chadon beni, garlic and other optional ingredients like ginger, pepper, and thyme.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: Caribbean
Keyword: Caribbean green seasoning, green seasoning
Servings: 10
Author: Ros Singh

Ingredients

  • 50 medium chadon beni leaves
  • 12 garlic cloves (1 bulb)
  • 3 Spanish thyme leaves
  • 2 tbsp thyme leaves
  • 2 inch ginger
  • 1 pepper (like pimento or scotch bonnet)
  • 1/2 cup water (optional)
  • 2 tsp vinegar (optional)

Equipment

  • Blender or Food processor

Instructions

  • Wash all fresh leaves and other ingredients.
  • Peel garlic and ginger.
  • Cut the top of the pepper. Remove the seeds for a less spicy seasoning.
  • Add water and the peeled garlic and ginger to a blender or food processor.
  • Blend completely.
  • Add all other ingredients to the blender or food processor.
  • Blend until smooth.
  • Use immediately or bottle and store in the fridge or freezer.