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Black Pepper Sauce (Shito)
Very spicy black pepper sauce (Shito), typical of West Africa, made with onions, ginger, garlic, chilies, fish powder, shrimp powder, tomato concentrate and plenty of vegetable oil. Optionally, beef pieces and shrimp or beef broth are added. Keeps for several months in jars.
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Critical Success Points
- • Fry the beef pieces in very hot oil (step 2).
- • Cooking the aromatic paste in hot oil (step 6) – risk of splatters.
- • Simmer over low heat to avoid the sauce burning (step 11).
Safety Warnings
- • The oil is very hot; wear kitchen gloves and handle with care.
- • Never leave the oil unattended while frying.
- • Prevent splatters by partially covering the pot with a heat‑resistant lid.
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