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African Pepper Sauce

Cultural Context

Originating from Nigeria, African Pepper Sauce is a vibrant blend of peppers and spices, often served as a condiment or base for various dishes. This sauce embodies the bold flavors of Nigerian cuisine and is a staple at gatherings, enhancing grilled meats and rice dishes. Today, it has gained popularity beyond Nigeria, inspiring variations across West Africa and beyond, as people seek to add a spicy kick to their meals.

NigerianNGother
20 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
20 white onions
5 red onions
10 fresh tomatoes
scotch bonnet peppers
fresh ginger
fresh thyme
garlic cloves
fresh rosemary
4 crushed bouillon cubes
salt
water
4 tbsp smoked paprika
4 tbsp ginger and garlic paste
oil

scotch bonnet peppers

🥗Healthier: jalapeño peppers

💰Cheaper: bell peppers

Jalapeños provide heat with fewer calories, while bell peppers are more accessible and milder.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats, while canola is often less expensive.

1

Chop and clean 20 white onions, 5 red onions, and 10 fresh tomatoes.

2

Remove seeds from scotch bonnet peppers and chop them.

3

Chop 9 pieces of fresh ginger, and peel and clean 25 garlic cloves.

4

Add all vegetables into a cooking pot with crushed bouillon cubes and salt.

5

Add a bit of water and cover the pot, cooking on high to medium heat until vegetables are soft.

6

Remove from heat and let cool down before blending until smooth.

7

Taste the blended mixture for salt and adjust if necessary.

8

Heat oil in a pan and infuse with fresh rosemary and thyme, then remove herbs.

9

Add garlic and ginger paste to the oil and stir until caramelized.

10

Transfer the blended pepper sauce into the pan, add smoked paprika and dried bay leaves, and stir well.

11

Cover and slow cook for about one hour, stirring occasionally until the sauce darkens and oil rises to the top.

Cooking Techniques

blendingsautéing

Equipment Needed

cooking potblenderpan

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Ata RodoPepper Sauce

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