Seasoning and Extract Recipes

Sazon Preparado (Prepared Seasoning)

Yield: 6 cups

3 medium onions, chopped
1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
4 large garlic cloves, peeled and chopped
1 tablespoon oregano
1 cup scallions, chopped, both green and white parts
1/2 cup parsley, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup coriander, chopped
1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
1 tablespoon sweet paprika
1 cup tomato paste
1 cup olive oil
1/2 cup white vinegar
Salt, to taste

Combine all ingredients and blend, bit by bit, to a puree in blender. Pour into saucepan and simmer, stirring constantly, for 5 minutes.

Cool and bottle. Used to flavor stews, beans, rice and vegetables. Easy to make and useful to have on hand.