That’s it, my friends! I hope you enjoy it! Let me know how it turns out for you. Case in point - this very Easy Creole Sauce Recipe. Not only does it whip together in practically no time, it is HUGE on that zesty flavor that we all crave. It’s also wonderful served up in a few different ways, which I will discuss below. Like much of Cajun or Creole cooking, it all starts with a roux. You cook down oil and flour to form a slurry-like roux, then add in your Holy Trinity of vegetables - onion, bell peppers and celery. Along with garlic, of course. Then layer in flavor with either fresh or canned tomatoes and lots of seasonings. It looks like a tomato sauce, but it’s really so much more than that. Believe me. Let’s talk about how to make Creole sauce, shall we? You can stir longer to get a darker color if you prefer. Add the peppers, onion and celery until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the butter, tomatoes, Creole seasonings, Worcestershire, vinegar, hot sauce and sweet chili sauce. Adjust with salt and pepper. Some optional additional ingredients include bay leaves, oregano and basil, to your preference. Bring the sauce a quick boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes. You can simmer longer to develop more flavor. Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice. Serve as desired! Perfect with Creole cuisine! If you prefer a hotter version, go with serrano peppers or toss in something hotter, like a habanero or a ghost pepper. You can also include more Creole or Cajun seasonings, and include either extra hot sauce or a spicier hot sauce blend. It is excellent with fish, chicken or shrimp. You can also freeze it for up to 6 months in freezer containers. It freezes very nicely. Got any questions? Ask away! I’m happy to help. If you enjoy this recipe, I hope you’ll leave a comment with some STARS. Also, please share it on social media. Don’t forget to tag us at #ChiliPepperMadness. I’ll be sure to share! Thanks! - Mike H.
