Ria's Trinidad Green Seasoning

Ria's Trinidad Green Seasoning

4 scallions (aka green onions, also called "chives" in Trinidad)

1 bunch thyme (remove very thick stems)

1 bunch cilantro

1 bunch culantro ( aka bandhania or shado beni)

1 bunch parsley

12 cloves garlic, peeled (I increase this amount when using "optional" ingredients below)

1 large onion, peeled and chopped

Optional:

1 stalk celery

6 pimento peppers, stemmed

½ red sweet pepper, seeded

½ green sweet pepper, seeded

Habanero, congo, scotch bonnet, cherry pepper or other hot pepper, to taste

Wash, drain and roughly chop herbs, onion, sweet pepper, onion and any other ingredients you are using. 

[Occasionally I also add a piece of pumpkin(Mummy's recommendation)..]

Place all ingredients in a blender and food processor and puree until fine. Water is not required in a food processor, but add just enough water to blend in the blender. Scrape down sides and pulse again. 

Place in a glass jar, close tightly and store in the  refrigerator. Will stay 1-2 weeks (sometimes I keep it up to a month in the refrigerator).

The color will vary depending on the combination of ingredients used. 

Alternatively, pour into ice trays, freeze. Remove cubes, place in a resealable bag and store in the freezer, until ready to use.

Whip up a batch and experience the life altering flavors for yourself.....and say goodbye to bland, boring meals for good......!

With love,

Ria