Best 6 Trinidadian Green Seasoning Recipes

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Trinidad Green Seasoning is a versatile blend of herbs, vegetables, and spices that is commonly used as a marinade, condiment, and flavor enhancer in Trinidadian cuisine. This aromatic blend can add depth and complexity to a wide range of dishes, from stews and curries to grilled meats and roasted vegetables. With its vibrant green color and bold flavor profile, Trinidad Green Seasoning is sure to elevate your cooking and transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of Trinidad.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

NARDIA'S TRINI GREEN SEASONING



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A generations-old family recipe for authentic Trinidadian green seasoning sauce you can put on just about everything. The best way to bring some Caribbean to your kitchen.

Provided by Unpeeled

Categories     sauce

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 small onion or 1/2 large onion, chopped
1 head of garlic, peeled into cloves
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 cup celery, chopped (preferably the tops, including leaves)
1 1" piece fresh ginger
1 bunch green onions, sliced
1 bunch cilantro or culantro
1/2 bunch fresh thyme, leaves only
1/2 bunch fresh oregano or Spanish thyme, leaves only
1 Scotch bonnet or habanero pepper
1/4 cup fresh lime juice, from about 4 limes
1/8 to 1/4 cup white vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, or to taste (you may want to add closer to 2 teaspoons)

Steps:

  • Put the chopped celery, onion, bell pepper, ginger, garlic cloves, lime juice, and 1/8 cup of white vinegar in a blender and blend until smooth. Add the cilantro and all other ingredients. Blend, adding more vinegar as needed to loosen the sauce. Taste for seasoning. TIP: You don't have to go for the whole Scotch bonnet or habanero pepper. If you prefer steam not to come out of your ears, just add the pepper by quarters until you reach your level of spice. But if you do decide to go for it, use the whole pepper, including the seeds.
  • Serve as a condiment or sauce, or use as a marinade for meat or seafood.

TRINIDADIAN GREEN SEASONING



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Add some flavor to your food with this Caribbean staple. Green seasoning is the perfect addition to your stews and rices, and makes a great marinade for your meats and seafoods.

Provided by GypsyPlate

Categories     Sauce Recipes

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 scallions or green onions
1 bunch cilantro
1/2 bunch parsley
8-10 culantro leaves (optional)
13-15 garlic cloves
12-13 sprigs of thyme
1/2 red bell pepper
1/2 yellow bell pepper
1/2 green bell pepper
1-2 habanero peppers
2 cubanelle peppers
1/4 inch ginger
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Wash all herbs and peppers and pat them dry with pepper towel.
  • Roughly chop all the ingredients, except lemon, and mix them together in a bowl.
  • Blend everything, along with lemon juice and 1/2 cup of water, in a food processor in batches. Add more water if needed. Scrape down from the sides if needed. Blend till you get desired consistency. We like it thick and coarse.
  • Store it in clean air tight mason jars and refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 41 calories, Carbohydrate 10 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 0 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 0 grams fat, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 2 grams protein, SaturatedFat 0 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 8 grams sodium, Sugar 3 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams unsaturated fat

TRINIDADIAN GREEN SEASONING RECIPE



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Green seasoning is one of those herb mixtures that is unique to the Caribbean and differs slightly from island to island.

Provided by Ramin Ganeshram

Yield Makes 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 Tbsp. chopped fresh chives
1 Tbsp. chopped fresh shado beni or cilantro leaves
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh thyme
1 Tbsp. chopped fresh oregano
1 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley
4 cloves garlic

Steps:

  • Process all the ingredients in a food processor until the mixture forms a thick paste. (Alternatively, process in a blender with 2 Tbsp. vinegar.)
  • Use immediately, or store in a tightly sealed glass jar in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

TRINIDAD GREEN SEASONING



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Want to know the secret to delicious Caribbean food? It's in the marinade! Trinidad green seasoning is a staple meat marinade in Caribbean dishes. Use it to season your meats, scrambled eggs, tofu and more.

Provided by Krystal

Categories     Pantry Staple

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 11

juice of 1 lemon
1 small onion
1 head garlic
1 bunch cilantro or shado beni aka culantro
½ bunch parsley
1 bunch green onions
small piece of ginger
thyme
celery
sweet peppers
hot peppers

Steps:

  • Wash and roughly chop all ingredients.
  • Place all ingredients in a blender or food processor and puree. You may need to add a tiny amount of water if using a blender.
  • Place in a glass jar with a tight-fitting lid and store in the refrigerator.
  • Will keep for 1 to 2 weeks.

TRINIDAD GREEN SEASONING



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Entered for safe-keeping for ZWT5. From Sweet Hands: Island Cooking From Trinidad And Tobago. Green seasoning is used in many Caribbean dishes, and the recipe varies by country. Trinidad's uses shado beni (Mexican cilantro), a local herb very much like cilantro. Fresh shado beni can sometimes be found in West Indian markets but, if not, fresh cilantro is a good substitution.

Provided by KateL

Categories     Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 tablespoons chives, chopped
1 tablespoon shado beni or 1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced

Steps:

  • Process all the ingredients in a food processor, until the mixture forms a thick paste.
  • Alternatively, process in a blender with 2 tablespoons of water.
  • Use immediately, or store in a tightly sealed glass jar in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 29.9, Fat 0.3, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 5, Carbohydrate 6.4, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 0.4, Protein 1.6

TRINIDAD GREEN SEASONING



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This is a seasoning made from fresh herbs & vegetables. It is used to coat and soak into all meats--found in all homes throughout the Caribbean. It varies slightly from island to island. Can be kept in the fridge for up to 2 weeks ( if it lasts that long).

Provided by jenny butt

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 1 2 cup jar, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup vinegar
1 large white onion
6 garlic cloves (more or less to taste )
1 bunch spring onion (including green tops )
1 bunch thyme (soft stemmed if possible)
1 bunch chives
1 bunch coriander (cilantro, shadow bennet optional )
1/2 bunch flat leaf parsley (optional)
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
3 sprigs sage (leaves only )

Steps:

  • Peel and rough cut onion.
  • Peel and rough cut spring onions , including green tops.
  • Peel garlic.
  • Rough cut chives, coriander, and parsley,
  • Rough cut thyme if soft stemmed -- if hard, woody stemmed, take all leaves off, throw out stems.
  • Put all ingredients into a food processor/blender; puree.
  • Mixture should be fairly thick consistency. Add slightly more vinegar if needed.
  • Pour into sterilised glass jar and refrigerate.
  • use on meats to season -- leave for minimum of 2 hours, overnight better.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 44.7, Fat 0.1, Sodium 171.5, Carbohydrate 8.7, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 3.4, Protein 0.6

Tips:

  • Use fresh herbs and vegetables for the best flavor. If you can't find fresh culantro, you can substitute cilantro or parsley.
  • Be sure to chop the ingredients finely so that they blend well together.
  • Add the green seasoning to taste. A little goes a long way, so start with a small amount and add more as needed.
  • Green seasoning can be used to marinate meats, fish, and vegetables before cooking. It can also be added to soups, stews, and casseroles.
  • Store green seasoning in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Green seasoning is a versatile and flavorful condiment that can be used to enhance the taste of a variety of dishes. It is easy to make and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. So next time you're looking for a way to add some extra flavor to your food, give green seasoning a try. You won't be disappointed!

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