Shito without Shrimp Powder

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homecheffskitchen (@homecheffskitchen)

A delicious and flavorful version of Shito, a popular Ghanaian pepper sauce, made without shrimp powder.

Prep Time
10min
Cook Time
20min
Total Time
30min
Shito without Shrimp Powder recipe

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = 1/4 cup)

Main Ingredients

  • 2cup
    pepper
  • 1cup
    onion
  • 1cup
    vegetable oil
  • 2tbsp
    salt
  • 1tbsp
    ginger
  • 1tbsp
    garlic
  • 1tbsp
    tomato paste

How to make Shito without Shrimp Powder

Preparation Steps

  1. Blend the pepper, onion, ginger, and garlic until smooth.

  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.

  3. Add the blended mixture to the hot oil and stir.

  4. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  5. Add salt and tomato paste, and continue to cook for another 10 minutes.

  6. Allow to cool before storing in a jar.

Tips & Tricks

  1. You can adjust the spiciness by adding more or less pepper.

  2. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

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