Haitian Spaghetti

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This Haitian spaghetti recipe is full of bold, layered flavors that turn a simple pasta dinner into a vibrant, satisfying meal. The sauce is built with Madame Sarah Fresh Epis, a blend of fresh herbs, peppers, and garlic that gives it a rich, slightly spicy taste.

What makes this dish stand out is how simple ingredients are transformed with classic Haitian seasonings. You can use turkey sausage or a vegetarian sausage, combined with bell peppers, onions, and a touch of scotch bonnet pepper, to create a sauce that is colorful, hearty, and full of life. Fresh parsley adds brightness, while a little butter or parmesan gives it a smooth, comforting finish.

Easy enough for a weeknight but impressive enough for a family meal, this Haitian spaghetti recipe turns everyday pasta into something memorable. Every bite is warm, flavorful, and satisfying—a dish you’ll want to make again and again.

Servings

Prep time

15 minutes

Cooking Time

30 minutes

Ingredients

1 (12 oz / 340 g) pack turkey sausage or vegetarian sausage
1 (16 oz / 454 g) pack spaghetti noodles
1 yellow onion
1 red bell pepper
1 bunch fresh parsley
2 Tbsp Madame Sarah Fresh Epis (Medium)
2 Tbsp tomato paste
2–3 Tbsp olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 scotch bonnet pepper
1 Tbsp Madame Sarah Granulated Onion
1 Tbsp Madame Sarah Granulated Garlic
1 Tbsp Madame Sarah Haitian Epis Seasoning
1 Tbsp unsalted butter
Parmesan cheese (optional)

Directions

1. Cook the pasta:
Boil spaghetti according to package directions. Drain and toss with a little olive oil to prevent sticking, saving 1½ cups of pasta water for later.

2. Prepare the vegetables and sausage:
Slice the onion, bell pepper, and sausage. Mince the garlic. In a skillet over medium-low heat, coat with olive oil and sauté onions, bell peppers, and sausage for about 5 minutes until softened and cooked through.

3. Build the sauce:
Add fresh epis to the skillet and let it marinate with the veggies and sausage. Pour in the reserved pasta water and stir until the sauce begins to thicken.

4. Season:
Add granulated onion, granulated garlic, and Haitian epis seasoning. Chop fresh parsley and mix it in.

5. Combine pasta and sauce:
Add the spaghetti noodles to the skillet, tossing to coat thoroughly. Stir in unsalted butter and adjust seasoning if needed.

6. Serve:
Plate your Haitian spaghetti, sprinkle with parmesan cheese if desired, and enjoy!