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HOW TO MAKE HOT PEPPER SAUCE - FOR MEAT, FISH, CHICKEN, YAM

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Hot Pepper Sauce with Kenkey

Cultural Context

Originating from Ghana, Hot Pepper Sauce, often referred to as Shito, is a staple condiment that accompanies many local dishes, particularly Kenkey, a fermented corn dough. This sauce is known for its vibrant heat and rich flavors, making it a beloved addition to meals. Traditionally, it is enjoyed with grilled fish, meat, or served as a dipping sauce. The sauce has gained popularity beyond Ghana, with variations appearing in other West African cuisines.

GhanaianGHother
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 medium onion, ground
1 cup hot peppers, ground
1 teaspoon salt
2 seasoning cubes

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

hot peppers

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Bell peppers are milder and lower in heat, while cayenne is often more affordable.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola oil is usually cheaper.

vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar offers health benefits, while white vinegar is more economical.

seasoning cubes

🥗Healthier: homemade spice mix

💰Cheaper: salt

Homemade mixes can be healthier, while salt is a basic alternative.

1

Pour oil into a saucepan or pot.

2

Add ground onion into the oil and stir fry.

3

Add ground pepper into the pot and mix to stir fry.

4

Add salt and seasoning cube and stir fry.

5

Stir fry until the oil settles on top and the color of the pepper sauce changes to a beautiful red.

6

Remove from heat; the pepper sauce is ready to be used as a dip or glaze.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Spice Level:

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Dietary

veganplant-basedgluten-freenut-freesoy-free

Also Known As

Shito SaucePepper Sauce

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