Sauce Creole

This authentic Sauce Creole is a vibrant, spicy tomato-based sauce that brings a burst of Caribbean flavor to any meal. Featuring a blend of green peppers, onions, garlic, and the distinctive heat of a scotch bonnet pepper, it offers a complex balance of sweetness and spice. The addition of white wine and fresh herbs creates a rich, aromatic profile that pairs beautifully with seafood, chicken, or rice and beans. This versatile sauce is perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, adding a homemade touch with minimal effort. Its bold flavors develop beautifully as it simmers, making every bite a delightful experience.

Cooking Method: Boiling, Sautéing, Stewing

Cuisine: Creole

Courses: Sauces & Condiments

Difficulty: Beginner

Servings: 4

Calories: 412.8

Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegan, Vegetarian

Description

This authentic Sauce Creole is a vibrant, spicy tomato-based sauce that brings a burst of Caribbean flavor to any meal. Featuring a blend of green peppers, onions, garlic, and the distinctive heat of a scotch bonnet pepper, it offers a complex balance of sweetness and spice. The addition of white wine and fresh herbs creates a rich, aromatic profile that pairs beautifully with seafood, chicken, or rice and beans. This versatile sauce is perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, adding a homemade touch with minimal effort. Its bold flavors develop beautifully as it simmers, making every bite a delightful experience.

Ingredients

3/4 cup Olive Oil
3 Green Peppers, Finely
1 White Onion, Finely Chopped White Onion, Finely Chopped
3 Cloves Garlic, Minced Cloves Garlic, Minced
2 lg Tomatoes, Diced lg Tomatoes, Diced
1 Scotch Bonnet Pepper, Seeded --and Finely Chopped Scotch Bonnet Pepper, Seeded --and Finely Chopped
16 oz Tomato Sauce oz Tomato Sauce
1 c White Wine c White Wine
1 tb Freshly Ground Black Pepper tb Freshly Ground Black Pepper
1 ts Salt ts Salt

Directions

1
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2
Add green peppers, onion, and garlic; sautÃÂ© until tender.
3
Stir in diced tomatoes and cook for 5 to 10 minutes.
4
Add scotch bonnet pepper, tomato sauce, white wine, black pepper, and salt; stir well.
5
Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 412.8kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 45.1g70%
Saturated Fat 6.3g32%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 3.0mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 3.4g2%
Dietary Fiber 1.5g6%
Sugars 1.8g
Protein 0.7g2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Recipe from Sugar Reef Caribbean Cookbook.

Wear gloves when handling scotch bonnet peppers to avoid skin irritation.

For a milder sauce, remove seeds and membranes from the scotch bonnet pepper.

Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

This sauce pairs well with grilled fish, shrimp, or chicken.

Keywords: creole, sauce, scotch bonnet, tomato, peppers, vegan, spicy, caribbean, onion, garlic, white wine, olive oil, simmering, seasoning, seafood, chicken, rice, beans, herbs, fresh, homemade

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