Shito sauce, a condiment originating from Ghana, is the epitome of flavor and spice. This sauce is renowned for its rich, aromatic blend of tomatoes, habanero peppers, and an array of spices. If you're a fan of bold, spicy, and deeply satisfying flavors, shito sauce is a must-try addition to your culinary repertoire.
Blend the roma tomatoes and habanero peppers in a food processor with a little water.
In a large pot, heat some olive oil over medium heat, then add the finely chopped onion and garlic. Sauté them until they turn translucent and aromatic.
Carefully pour the blended tomato and pepper mix into the non-stick pot.
Add the ground crayfish, shrimp powder, and the other spices.
Stir thoroughly and let the sauce simmer on low heat for about 20 minutes or until it darkens in color to a dark brown, and most of the water has evaporated. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
Taste the sauce and adjust the spices to your liking.
Once the sauce has reached the desired flavor and consistency, transfer it to an airtight container for storage.
Notes
Experiment with the spice levels to suit your preferred heat level.
If you don't have any roma tomatoes on hand, you can substitute them with tomato paste or tomato sauce.
You can swap out the olive oil for another kind of vegetable oil, like avocado oil or rapeseed oil.
Add extra ingredients like smoked fish or prawns for a seafood twist.
Customize this sauce by adjusting the spices to your liking. Some like it smokier, while others prefer it spicier. You can add extra fish powder, scotch bonnet pepper, or chili powder for an extra kick.
Add caramelized onions to this sauce for extra flavor.