How To Make Haitian Spices/Epis

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  • Опубликовано: 27 сен 2024
  • Learn exactly how to make haitian epis, the haitian version of green seasoning. My husband’s aunt came through with some guidance and here you have an authentic recipe complete with a tutorial showing you step by step how to make this delicious seasoning. Similar to sofrito, this haitian seasoning can be used for meat, poultry, and fish. You’ll need:
    1 large green pepper
    1 large red pepper
    2 onions
    1/2 a bushel of parsley
    1/2 a bushel of cilantro
    4 stalks of scallion
    1 head of garlic
    2 chicken bouillon
    1 scotch bonnet pepper
    1 tbsp all purpose seasoning
    2 tbsp of extra virgin olive oil
    150 mL of water, or a small mason jar of water
    1 tbsp lemon juice (optional)
    ****NOTE: Many are trying the recipe and loving it but for some, depending on what blender they use it’s coming out runny. Omit the water. You really don’t need it!
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Комментарии • 200

  • @Sasha-xv9bi
    @Sasha-xv9bi 4 года назад +70

    I'm black and white but my husband is puerto rican and columbian so I learned to cook spanish style and hearing him say MMM this shiiii goooood means everything 😂😎🥰

    • @jeffrey-Epstein00
      @jeffrey-Epstein00 7 месяцев назад +2

      What does that have to do with this video? 🤔

  • @Sunshine-sc4bj
    @Sunshine-sc4bj 4 года назад +245

    You can freeze the epis. When my mother used to visit she would make large batches of it for me i would just freeze it into cubes then bag it. Ready for cooking whenever i needed it.

    • @imanistanley8110
      @imanistanley8110 3 года назад +12

      I never thought of cubes that is like the perfect serving size

    • @pakistanfoodtv
      @pakistanfoodtv 2 года назад +2

      Asslam o Alaikum My dear you prepare very nice yummy beautiful recipe 🌷🌷🌷🌷🌹🌹 Masha Allah

    • @ashleyf6583
      @ashleyf6583 2 года назад +4

      That’s a really good idea to freeze it into cubes. Thanks to your mom, and you for sharing ❤️

    • @simanthapassley5721
      @simanthapassley5721 Год назад

      Such a great idea. When you are ready to use the cubes for meat tho, how do you thaw it fast?

    • @ebymodebelu
      @ebymodebelu Год назад

      That's exactly how I do mine! 😊❤❤❤

  • @Mrs.D614
    @Mrs.D614 3 года назад +49

    My husband is Haitian and I made this and season the chicken and beans. Served it with yellow rice and he enjoyed every bite. Thank you!

    • @prettygyrlny7115
      @prettygyrlny7115 Год назад

      Mmmm that sounds good 👌😍 will try I love epis‼️

  • @MinceyPooh13
    @MinceyPooh13 4 года назад +43

    You have definitely gained a subscriber. I'm American born and raised in USA and my husband is Haitian. And it has really discouraged me because I can barely cook American food let alone Haitian. So hopefully watching you would help 🤞🏾

    • @ThatNurseCanCook
      @ThatNurseCanCook  4 года назад +3

      Thank you so much!

    • @fabienne509
      @fabienne509 Год назад

      I noticed bushel instead of bunch. I’m hoping everyone knows that you meant bunch 😅

  • @TheRealDoraLondon
    @TheRealDoraLondon 4 года назад +104

    That’s so cute of you to cook your husband national dishes for him

    • @lakeiam615
      @lakeiam615 4 года назад +3

      I gotta do the same thing I try to make soul food but his favorite is Haitian food so I gotta do it lol

  • @ebymodebelu
    @ebymodebelu Год назад +1

    Oh my goodness! I saw this on Instagram about a year ago, and the person was african, so I didn't know it was called epis! I've been making them and putting them in icecube trays and freezing them. Then pop them out when frozen and put them back in the freezer inside freezer bags. I use it for boiling my meat, chicken etc, in my stews, bolognese, and my stir-fry. There's a difference! My family can't get enough of my food when I add the epis. Totally a game changer ❤❤❤❤

  • @SuperCastilloe
    @SuperCastilloe 3 года назад +16

    Girl I just made my semi version based on ingredients I have on hand omg my chicken sauce is so good

  • @thep.e.x-gamesllc638
    @thep.e.x-gamesllc638 2 года назад +1

    Thank You SOOOO much. I’m Haitian but live in Phoenix and trying to bring a little bit of Home AND South Florida to the West Coast

  • @UndiscoveredRapqueen
    @UndiscoveredRapqueen 3 года назад +54

    Adobo
    Onions
    Garlic
    Thyme
    Green onion
    Red green pepper
    Parsley
    Silantro
    Papper
    Olive oil
    Seasoning

  • @chula34x
    @chula34x 3 года назад +6

    Delicious! My husband is Haitian too;) I love Haitian food!

  • @AkemiAyur
    @AkemiAyur 3 года назад +14

    This looks good. Definitely similar to what my mom makes. I came here from IG. Love your channel. Just wanted to tell you the thyme was missing from the ingredients list in the description box.

  • @bearllande
    @bearllande 4 года назад +13

    the thyme is not included in your written recipe. but just made this earlier for my griot. added celery. it was really good!

    • @storieswithori
      @storieswithori 4 года назад +3

      I added thyme. If I did not my Haitian friend would disown me.

  • @isobelsantana3406
    @isobelsantana3406 3 года назад +49

    If you don't have lemon juice you can always use vinegar instead to keep the seasoning flavors intact.

    • @loisdaniels6778
      @loisdaniels6778 2 года назад +1

      How much and can it be either white or acv?

    • @nicolenunya984
      @nicolenunya984 Год назад +1

      @@loisdaniels6778 white vinegar

    • @djondjon
      @djondjon 8 месяцев назад

      I have never seen lemons grown in Haïti. Depending on what we are cooking, we use limes or sour oranges.

  • @jodyneufville9710
    @jodyneufville9710 2 года назад +3

    I made it it was fantastic. Will be making it regularly and using it on everything. Thank you for sharing

  • @successsnacks7095
    @successsnacks7095 3 года назад +9

    I found you on Instagram!! Great videos!! New Subscriber 💙💙💙

  • @Rainbowsun1
    @Rainbowsun1 26 дней назад

    In Guyana we use broad leaft thyme, fine leaf thyme, onions, scallons, basil and garlic

  • @angelaaruta5510
    @angelaaruta5510 3 года назад +6

    it was delicious!!!! I used it to marinate my chicken. Thank you!

  • @storieswithori
    @storieswithori 4 года назад +7

    I made this today. I made it a bit more chunky lol. I have chicken marinated in some now. I will check back with you.

    • @thinkbig4da09
      @thinkbig4da09 8 месяцев назад

      How did the chicken came out after preparing it?

  • @mariadesir4569
    @mariadesir4569 4 года назад +6

    Yass! Love this. Thanks for the lemon juice recommendation!

  • @Mumama05
    @Mumama05 4 года назад +5

    Just made this recipe....WOW!!!! Thank you so much.

  • @nia5169
    @nia5169 3 года назад +4

    My husband is from Haiti as well.

  • @nursesarita5966
    @nursesarita5966 Год назад +66

    Just married a Haitian man and my mother in law came over from Haiti (we live in DR) and gave us a huge thing of epis. We out now. This recipe about to save my marriage. 🙌🏾😂

  • @MsTinel1
    @MsTinel1 4 года назад +15

    Can you make a video showing the pickled red onions? It looked amazing in the Instagram pic. I just subscribed 😀!

  • @evitacastor1593
    @evitacastor1593 Год назад +1

    Thank you so much! I add celery and fresh basil to mine

  • @cordelia2474
    @cordelia2474 3 года назад

    Never heard of any haitian dishes before today so thank you and one I will try too 💜

  • @triniteresa1971
    @triniteresa1971 3 года назад +3

    You can also use vinegar to preserve I use that and some lemon juice. I Love your recipes by the way ❤

    • @NJ_1315
      @NJ_1315 3 года назад +1

      Yes! I use lemon juice in my epis and oil, but the last two times I've used just a small amount citric acid which works the same to preserve the seasoning.

    • @triniteresa1971
      @triniteresa1971 3 года назад

      That's good to know as well

    • @maureenliameed7826
      @maureenliameed7826 2 года назад

      What kinda vinegar please?

    • @triniteresa1971
      @triniteresa1971 2 года назад

      @@maureenliameed7826 I use regular white vinegar 😊

    • @maureenliameed7826
      @maureenliameed7826 2 года назад

      Teresa C thanks 💋

  • @kdolo100
    @kdolo100 3 года назад +8

    Some use vinegar to preserve it.

  • @msemmafw
    @msemmafw 3 года назад +3

    takin marital and cookin notes hahaha .. 🙏🏾👌🏾👌🏾

  • @shawnasamuels7786
    @shawnasamuels7786 3 года назад +7

    I made the epis and it is delicious. When it's frying in the pan with oil, the aroma is so good and can be smelled outside. I followed the recipe and made 32 oz. Thank you....question:when I go to a Haitian restaurant i get fried green plantains and there is a dip that comes with it. What is the recipe for the dip?

    • @rudolphpierre2451
      @rudolphpierre2451 3 года назад +3

      Are you talking about Pikliz? .. it’s a spicy “coleslaw” that is vinegar based

  • @leshamack9596
    @leshamack9596 4 года назад +2

    Definitely gonna give this a try

  • @claudiaforde7660
    @claudiaforde7660 Год назад +1

    Is freezing it ok in Zip Freezer bags...

  • @faleciasmith4670
    @faleciasmith4670 2 года назад

    I finally made it. OMG...I love it.

  • @nia5169
    @nia5169 3 года назад +1

    Looks delicious!! Soup joumou! My favorite!!!

  • @SideHustleInspiration
    @SideHustleInspiration 2 года назад

    Sakpaze nap boule. Ti gason no Aysien, but str8 OUTTA Flatbush Brooklyn @ NewKirk Avenue! #LittleHaiti

  • @cecestyme7142
    @cecestyme7142 4 года назад +5

    You can keep it fresh by putting it in the back of your refrigerator.....

  • @nekamuff13
    @nekamuff13 Год назад

    I did it .. Thank you so much for sharing❤❤

  • @pamelabarrett2498
    @pamelabarrett2498 2 года назад +3

    Can you put it in ice trays in the freezer to preserve it longer?

  • @rhondabrown7419
    @rhondabrown7419 3 года назад +3

    Hello! I made your recipe and posted it on my IG page, I froze half of it and put the rest in the fridge. Also, I used lime instead of lemon is that ok? Thank you for all of the yummy recipes, I'm purchasing your book now. Sending Blessings from my table to yours.

    • @gaboundatlast
      @gaboundatlast 5 месяцев назад

      Yep lemon or lime juice, even vinegar works

  • @Zacharias3
    @Zacharias3 2 года назад +1

    Awesome! How long does it keep in the fridge in a sealed glass jar?

  • @roodleypreval595
    @roodleypreval595 3 года назад +3

    How many thyme leave you put in there?

  • @garlicgirl3149
    @garlicgirl3149 3 года назад

    Oh my word that looks so good.

  • @mobeats7322
    @mobeats7322 4 года назад +1

    Its not necessarily the same for everyone but it depends on preference.

  • @medjeancharles3923
    @medjeancharles3923 Год назад +1

    Hello, is the chicken bouillon Maggie?

  • @cdn-firefly
    @cdn-firefly 10 месяцев назад

    Into an icecube tray and put frozen green cubes away in the freezer 💚

  • @rhondathomas5599
    @rhondathomas5599 3 года назад

    Thank you I will try this

  • @LuvleeLaydeeOV
    @LuvleeLaydeeOV Год назад

    Can dry thyme be used in replacement of the fresh?

  • @tanisha_IAM
    @tanisha_IAM 3 года назад

    Thank you!! Love this!!

    • @pakistanfoodtv
      @pakistanfoodtv 2 года назад

      Asslam o Alaikum My dear you prepare very nice yummy beautiful recipe 🌷🌷🌷🌷🌹🌹 Masha Allah

  • @Kedda486
    @Kedda486 3 года назад

    You didn't mention the time in the description is that optional??

  • @Cece-em5vo
    @Cece-em5vo 3 года назад +1

    I love this but I'm going to add ginger and all spice to mine!

  • @myriamrosefort7305
    @myriamrosefort7305 3 года назад

    Looks good sister!

  • @lovelyjcs10
    @lovelyjcs10 2 года назад

    Hi, you didn't include how much thyme in the description :)

  • @Kay-jk2gi
    @Kay-jk2gi 2 года назад +1

    Can't wait to try this ❤️ If scorch bonnet pepper is not available what's the next best type of pepper to use to get use to the exact Flav or this recipe? Plz ask one of the aunties 😊. I think we have habanero in my area but I would like to sub whatever is best.

  • @uschanin3033
    @uschanin3033 2 года назад

    Someone in a video put whole Cloves and blended it all. She used garlic Cloves too .

    • @RifaTheDiva
      @RifaTheDiva 2 года назад

      She most likely used whole cloves to give it a smoky after taste

  • @taestastytreats1411
    @taestastytreats1411 3 года назад +1

    How much thyme should I use?

  • @c.j.c7919
    @c.j.c7919 2 года назад

    You forgot to mention the green onion Scalyen was cut up as well cause I was confused what to do with it when it wasn’t mentioned 😭😭

  • @jackiejackson8484
    @jackiejackson8484 2 года назад +4

    Haitian food is 2nd to Jamaican, really good.

  • @celestejackson6955
    @celestejackson6955 2 года назад

    Can I use the magic bullet?

  • @scarletta.w8721
    @scarletta.w8721 2 года назад

    How long would it last in fridge

  • @Rose-rh9gq
    @Rose-rh9gq 2 года назад

    I just found this video and i tried this recipe…. It came out good but tangy…. Is that because of the cilantro?
    What is it suppose to taste like ?

    • @TheLadyCheriNoir
      @TheLadyCheriNoir 3 месяца назад

      Look for other Epis recipes. The lemon is what you may be tasting. Use vinegar, Badia Mojo, Sour orange Badia, or no citric acid or cilantro at all & freeze in ice cubes to preserve.

  • @debrasandusky586
    @debrasandusky586 2 года назад

    Is canning this a option?

  • @pamelabarrett2498
    @pamelabarrett2498 2 года назад

    How much thyme? It's not listed in the caption

  • @ariaanderson3513
    @ariaanderson3513 2 года назад

    Is this the same Recipe as green seasoning

  • @Gislaina
    @Gislaina 3 года назад +3

    If you want it to last longer don’t add water

  • @ZanaeClara
    @ZanaeClara Год назад

    Love it but you forgot thyme in your ingredients list i had to go back to the grocery store lol 🫶🏽🥹

  • @kingcrow1165
    @kingcrow1165 Год назад

    🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @knickslove7740
    @knickslove7740 2 года назад +1

    Good recipe just if u got the ninja use less water

  • @yennyverdadi1717
    @yennyverdadi1717 4 года назад +4

    Ok but what about washing the vegetables? Thats very important when cooking. ...

    • @LaPerledesAntilles1804
      @LaPerledesAntilles1804 4 года назад +19

      She already prepped the vegetables, meaning they have already been washed and diced. People should wash their vegetables prior to use whether or not it's shown in the tutorial.

  • @alwaysgrowing
    @alwaysgrowing 4 года назад

    What do you use for All purpose and Chicken Seasoning? Do you make your own or use store bought?

    • @ThatNurseCanCook
      @ThatNurseCanCook  4 года назад +3

      I typically use Goya adobo as my go to all purpose seasoning 😀

  • @celestialshoegazer
    @celestialshoegazer 11 месяцев назад

    If anyone knows how long it will last if i keep a jar of it in the fridge, let me know please. Edit: 4:10 answers that.

  • @AshantiLouise
    @AshantiLouise 3 года назад

    I made this exact same recipe, but it was a bit runny. Could it be the blender (vitamix)? Should I use a food processor instead?

    • @ThatNurseCanCook
      @ThatNurseCanCook  3 года назад

      Next time omit the water. It could be the blender you used.

    • @AshantiLouise
      @AshantiLouise 3 года назад

      @@ThatNurseCanCook thank you! I see the water separated at the bottom of my mason jar anyway.

    • @pasteuredithzephyrzephyr4907
      @pasteuredithzephyrzephyr4907 3 года назад +7

      Food processor is the best option to make green seasoning. You don't add vinegar if you want to store it because the vinegar kills the flavor after a while.
      The core should be removed from the thyme because is dangerous for your intestines. Use only the leaves of the thyme. Only extta virgin oil is recommended . Adding water is a big no no no no. You can freeze it for as long as you want to.

    • @pasteuredithzephyrzephyr4907
      @pasteuredithzephyrzephyr4907 3 года назад +9

      I am a professional cook and I would like to inform you about green seasoning if I may. . Water into the seasoning is a big no no no . Vinegar is also a big no no no because it kills the flavor of the seasoning .If you want to save it, only oil is recommended as liquid and You can freeze it for as long as you can my dear. Green seasoning is my middle name and I really know about it . Water is alright only for instant use. I am Haitian

    • @tmamaabimlarry2780
      @tmamaabimlarry2780 2 года назад

      @@pasteuredithzephyrzephyr4907 How long does this last when stored in the fridge

  • @sophiaruiz6717
    @sophiaruiz6717 3 года назад +1

    This is kind of like Brazilian chimichurri but with hear.

  • @tamaracadet9647
    @tamaracadet9647 3 года назад

    I add cloves

  • @amiraspoonire8577
    @amiraspoonire8577 4 года назад +1

    There is no thyme in the recipe ingredients..

  • @motherearth1763
    @motherearth1763 3 года назад

    I ordered an ebook but dont it I need the book or a refund

  • @Utriedit215
    @Utriedit215 2 года назад

    So basically I can just get some green Sofrito in add a scotch bonnet pepper in it

  • @Jonesislearning
    @Jonesislearning 2 года назад

    I see how you really feel about your husband’s aunt @0:51 😂😂😂😂

  • @iivasmith1163
    @iivasmith1163 2 года назад

    No thyme listed

  • @geraldpaul1870
    @geraldpaul1870 Год назад

    Looks good but that’s not a scotch bonnet pepper.

  • @hantzpierre612
    @hantzpierre612 Год назад

    Let his family make the Epis in front of you and make sure you learn how to do it

  • @djondjon
    @djondjon 8 месяцев назад

    When pronouncing "epis" ... the accent is on the 2nd syllable, not the 1st.

  • @CockerOtto-h9y
    @CockerOtto-h9y 18 дней назад

    Wilson Donna Moore Kenneth Davis Margaret

  • @mariesouffrant4852
    @mariesouffrant4852 Год назад

    Pale creole se pou haitian ouap fet epice la

  • @nicole618
    @nicole618 Год назад

    No cilantro

  • @RHWWFT
    @RHWWFT 3 года назад

    Similar to jerk marinade😲😃👍👀

  • @9188jenni
    @9188jenni 4 года назад +18

    Yes it goes in just about every kind of rice except white rice. It what makes it "haitian" rice. For white rice we just sautee a scallion or some onion and then add water rice and salt. No epis. Epis is in everything haitian to be honest

  • @DC-js3ro
    @DC-js3ro 3 года назад

    No bouillon which is full of msg!

  • @SweetBrownGirl
    @SweetBrownGirl 4 года назад

    How much lemon juice you put in it?

  • @cloudunderweather9554
    @cloudunderweather9554 2 года назад

    I will be stingy and keep all the epis

  • @robertcazeneuve8224
    @robertcazeneuve8224 Год назад

    I love your recipe but please note that acording to the oxford english dictionary a bushel is: a measure of capacity equal to 8 gallons (equivalent to 36.4 litres), used for corn, fruit, liquids, etc.

  • @bellalove9424
    @bellalove9424 3 года назад +1

    The H in herbs is silent, and you don’t use that type of chicken bullion, you must use maggi.

  • @Myarowell
    @Myarowell 2 года назад

    ma'am my ninja don't do that 😭😭 I guess it's time for an upgrade . thank you for the video this will be sooooo good on this red snapper I just bought 🤎🤎🤎

  • @አገሬኢትዪጽያ
    @አገሬኢትዪጽያ 4 года назад +26

    Love it....we Ethiopians do the same way.

  • @fancynichole
    @fancynichole 4 года назад +55

    Ouuuu that’s similar to the Puerto Rican/Dominican ‘Sofrito’ 😋😋😋 adds sooo much flavor

  • @NikkiThePimp
    @NikkiThePimp 3 года назад +7

    People are hella weird with these comments. But, anyway, glad I found your channel. Looks good!

  • @MBXO24
    @MBXO24 4 года назад +7

    We have this in Jamaica also

  • @glennjones7694
    @glennjones7694 3 года назад +3

    It appears that auto correct bit into your recipe. Bunch has become "bushel", we old farmers know better - that would be pounds ( kilos) of herbs.

  • @MissHopeArt
    @MissHopeArt 5 месяцев назад +3

    I added epis to my Jamaican Chicken Wings; it's on my YT channel. Your YT channel was one of the channels I learned how to make epis from.

    • @veronicar8666
      @veronicar8666 Месяц назад

      Epis is what we called green seasoning in JA.

  • @lessycurls
    @lessycurls 3 года назад +2

    I just made this and its fantastic. Thanks Tara for telling me about this channel. Mine is watery also. Next time I won't add the water

  • @sorayachristie2467
    @sorayachristie2467 4 года назад +5

    Nice you did a really great job!

  • @jodycookingg
    @jodycookingg 4 года назад +2

    Happy New Year Hun🎉😘God Bless Xxx