Vibrant Caribbean Herb & Garlic Seasoning Paste

Ingredients

• 1 bunchFresh cilantro
• 1 bunchFresh parsley
• 2 tablespoonsFresh thyme leaves
• 6 largeGarlic cloves
• 1 inch piece, peeledGinger
• 1 smallGreen bell pepper
• 0.5 mediumWhite onion
• 1 small (seeds removed for less heat, or adjust to taste)Habanero pepper
• 2 tablespoonsLime juice
• 1 tablespoonWhite vinegar
• 0.3 cupVegetable oil
• 1 teaspoonGround allspice
• 1 teaspoon (or to taste)Salt
• 0.5 teaspoonBlack pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Thoroughly wash and roughly chop the fresh cilantro and parsley. Remove the leaves from the thyme sprigs. Peel the garlic and ginger. Remove the stem and seeds from the bell pepper and habanero (handle habanero with gloves if sensitive). Peel and roughly chop the onion.

   ⏱ 5 min
2. 2

   Add all the prepped herbs, garlic, ginger, bell pepper, habanero, and onion into a food processor.

   ⏱ 1 min
3. 3

   Pour in the lime juice, white vinegar, and vegetable oil. Add the ground allspice, salt, and black pepper.

   ⏱ 1 min
4. 4

   Process on high speed until all ingredients are finely minced and form a vibrant, relatively smooth paste. You may need to scrape down the sides of the food processor a few times to ensure even blending. The consistency should be thick but spreadable.

   ⏱ 2 min
5. 5

   Taste the seasoning paste and adjust salt, lime juice, or spice level as desired.

   ⏱ 1 min
6. 6

   Transfer the finished seasoning paste to an airtight container. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1-2 weeks, or frozen in ice cube trays for longer storage.