A tangy, spicy table sauce made from tomatoes, onions, Scotch bonnet peppers, lime juice, and herbs. The essential Haitian condiment for fried foods and grilled meats.
Nutrition & Info
Equipment Needed
Presentation Guide
Instructions
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Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Cook until softened.
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Add tomato paste and cook two minutes until darkened and fragrant.
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Add diced tomatoes, Scotch bonnet, and water. Simmer for ten minutes until tomatoes break down.
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Add lime juice and parsley. Stir well and season with salt and pepper.
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Cook two more minutes, then remove from heat. Sauce should be chunky but saucy.
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Serve warm or at room temperature alongside fried foods, grilled meats, or rice dishes.
Did You Know?
Sos kreol is so essential to the Haitian table that restaurants are judged partly by the quality of their house-made version.
Chef's Notes
Equipment Tips
- saucepan
- sharp knife
- cutting board
Garnishing
parsley
Accompaniments
any fried food, grilled meats, rice
The Story Behind Sos Kreol
Sos kreol is the quintessential Haitian table sauce, a preparation that shows up at virtually every meal alongside pikliz. While pikliz provides vinegary heat, sos kreol offers a cooked, tomato-based complement that bridges French sauce-making traditions with Caribbean heat. The sauce evolved in Haitian kitchens where French culinary techniques were adapted with local peppers and citrus, creating a condiment that enhances everything from simple fried fish to elaborate celebration dishes.
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