Kelewele-Inspired Ginger-Chili Paste
Inspired by: Ghanaian spicy fried plantains Flavor: Hot, aromatic Ingredients: Fresh ginger, chili, garlic, onion, lemon juice Use for: Roasted sweet potatoes, squash, wraps
Green Pili Pili Sauce (East African–Inspired, Cleaned-Up)
Flavor: Spicy, citrusy Ingredients: Green chili, garlic, cilantro, parsley, lemon juice, onion Use for: Drizzle over baked squash, dipping raw veggies, or mushroom skewers Note: Usually contains vinegar and oil—those are omitted here
Berbere Spice Paste (Ethiopian-Inspired, Oil-Free)
Flavor: Hot, smoky, earthy Ingredients: Berbere spice mix (chili, paprika, garlic, ginger, coriander, fenugreek, cinnamon, clove), lemon juice, date paste or tomato purée Use for: Cauliflower, wild mushroom “tibs,” veggie wraps
Tomato-Onion Base Sauce (West African Style, Oil-Free)
Inspired by: Nigerian stew base Flavor: Rich, savory, slightly sweet Ingredients: Fresh tomatoes, onions, garlic, bell pepper, lemon juice, chili Use for: Roasted veggies, wild mushrooms, sweet potatoes, squash Note: Traditionally made with oil—this version…
Raw Plantain “Ketchup”
Inspired by: Creole-style condiments Flavor: Slightly sweet, earthy, tangy Ingredients: Blended ripe plantain, tomato, lemon juice, chili, garlic Use for: Dipping roasted veggies or squash wedges
Citrus-Garlic Mojo (No Oil, No Vinegar)
Inspired by: Cuban-influenced Caribbean mojo Flavor: Sharp, garlicky, acidic Ingredients: Fresh orange + lime juice, garlic, cumin, sea salt Use for: Tofu-free plant bowls, sautéed mushrooms, greens
Allspice & Herb Marinade
Inspired by: Dry-style jerk rubs Flavor: Warm, woodsy, herbal Ingredients: Allspice, thyme, garlic, green onion, lemon juice Use for: Roasted root veggies, lion’s mane mushroom strips
Papaya Chutney (Raw, No Vinegar)
Inspired by: Tropical chutneys from the Lesser Antilles Flavor: Sweet-savory Ingredients: Ripe papaya, chili, lemon juice, fresh herbs like mint or cilantro Use for: Zucchini wraps, coconut-free raw rolls, squash
Sweet Tamarind Sauce (Vinegar-Free)
Inspired by: Island-style dipping sauces Flavor: Tart, sweet, sticky Ingredients: Pure tamarind paste (no additives), Medjool dates, lime juice Use for: Drizzle over root veggies or wraps
Coconut-Free Jerk Paste (Clean Version)
Inspired by: Jamaican jerk marinades Flavor: Spicy, aromatic, earthy Ingredients: Green onion, garlic, thyme, allspice, cinnamon, lemon juice, date paste, chili Use for: Mushrooms, root veggies, baked squash Note: Leave out traditional oil, vinegar, and…