WEST AFRICAN GREEN BELL PEPPER SAUCE (5 cups)

Beware!  While bell peppers usually are mild, depending on the size and heat of the other peppers here, this sauce may have a kick…

2 medium green bell peppers, diced

½ medium yellow onion, quartered

½ cup water

3 fresh jalapeno peppers, seeded

3 fresh habanero peppers, seeded

1 teaspoon salt

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1.   In a high-powered blender or food processor, combine all ingredients.  Cover and blend to a creamy consistency.  Add a little more water if needed.  Taste for seasoning.  Cover and store in the refrigerator up to 1 week.  Use as a dip for plantain chips or pita chips or to accompany chicken, steaks or seafood.

adapted from Nina Sodji, Okra African Grill, Omaha, Nebraska by Midwest Living Magazine