Sauce chien is translated literally as “dog sauce, ” named for the fierce bite of its peppers! Serve with grilled fish, shrimp or lobster.

 

3 cloves garlic, peeled

2 medium shallots or a small onion, peeled and quartered

1{3 jalapeño, Scotch bonnet, or habanero chilis, seeded and quartered

2 tsp. chopped fresh ginger

1/2 cup parsley leaves

1/4 cup chopped fresh chives or scallion greens

1/2 tsp fresh or ¼ t. dried thyme

1 scant tsp salt, or more to taste

1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper

Pinch of ground allspice

1/3 cup fresh lime juice, or more to taste

1/2 c.upextra-virgin olive oil

 

By hand or using a food processor, chop the garlic, shallots, chili, ginger, parsley, and chives. Add remaining ingredients, and process just to mix. If desired, add more salt and/or lime juice to taste. Let flavors blend for an hour or more. Serve with grilled shrimp or lobster.