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South African Peri Peri Chicken

Cultural Context

Originating from the Portuguese settlers in Mozambique, Peri Peri Chicken has become a beloved dish in South Africa, celebrated for its fiery spice and bold flavors. Traditionally served at gatherings and special occasions, it highlights the use of local ingredients and communal dining. Today, it enjoys global popularity, with variations found in many countries, showcasing the universal love for spicy grilled chicken.

South AfricanZAmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 medium tomato
1 medium onion
3-4 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon red chili powder
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 tablespoon chili garlic sauce
1 tablespoon peri peri sauce
1 whole chicken
cooking oil

peri peri sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade chili sauce

💰Cheaper: sriracha

Homemade sauce can reduce sodium and cost.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil offers a similar flavor profile.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while thighs are more affordable.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: frozen herbs

Dried herbs are more concentrated and last longer.

1

Chop 1 medium tomato and add to the grinder.

2

Chop 1 medium onion and add to the grinder.

3

Add 3-4 cloves of garlic to the grinder.

4

Add 1 teaspoon of red chili powder to the mixture.

5

Add 1 tablespoon of soy sauce to the mixture.

6

Add 1 tablespoon of white vinegar to the mixture.

7

Add 1 tablespoon of chili garlic sauce to the mixture.

8

Add 1 tablespoon of peri peri sauce to the mixture.

9

Grind the mixture until smooth.

10

Make cuts in the whole chicken for marination.

11

Add the ground mixture to the chicken and marinate well.

12

Let the chicken marinate for 20 minutes.

13

Heat 1 teaspoon of cooking oil in a pan.

14

Place the marinated chicken in the pan and cover.

15

Cook on low heat for about 20 minutes, checking occasionally.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrilling

Equipment Needed

grinderpan

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Peri Peri ChickenPiri Piri Chicken

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