Piri Piri
Piri piri is a fiery sauce originating from Mozambique and widely used in Portuguese and African cuisine. It’s made from bird’s eye chili peppers and is a staple in dishes like grilled meats and vegetables.
Ingredients:
- 6 bird’s eye chili peppers
- 4 cloves of garlic
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
- 1/2 cup olive oil
Instructions:
- Blend all the ingredients in a food processor until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into a jar and let it sit in the refrigerator for at least an hour before using.
Tips for preparation of Piri Piri
Ingredients:
- 6 bird’s eye chili peppers
- 4 cloves of garlic
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
- 1/2 cup olive oil
Instructions:
- Blend all the ingredients in a food processor until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into a jar and let it sit in the refrigerator for at least an hour before using.
Piri Piri serving size
- For one person, 1-2 tablespoons of the sauce is recommended.
- For a couple, 2-4 tablespoons will suffice.
- For a family, 4-6 tablespoons will be enough for 4-6 servings.
Piri Piri nutrition value
One tablespoon of piri piri sauce contains approximately 60 calories, 6 grams of fat, 1 gram of protein, and 2 grams of carbohydrates.