A fiery, dark, oil-based chilli sauce packed with dried shrimp, ginger, and garlic — Ghana's most essential condiment that transforms any dish.
Instructions
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1
Blend onions smooth. Heat oil in a heavy pot over medium heat.
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Fry blended onions until deep brown, about 20 minutes, stirring often.
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Add garlic, ginger, and tomato paste. Cook 5 minutes.
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Add dried chilli flakes and ground dried shrimp. Stir well.
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5
Reduce heat to low and cook for 30 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
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6
Add anise and salt. Cool and store in sterilised jars. Keeps for months.
Did You Know?
Every Ghanaian abroad packs jars of shito in their luggage — it is the one taste of home that nothing else can replace.
The Story Behind Shito
Shito is the signature condiment of the Ga people of Accra, originally developed as a way to preserve the abundant dried seafood of the coast in oil. It has become Ghana's national sauce, found on every table from street stalls to fine restaurants.
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