PILI PILI YA KUKAANGA/ FRIED HOT SAUCE / Piment congolaise

fresh chili peppers

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: dried chili flakes

Bell peppers are milder and more accessible.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil adds flavor while being healthier.

fresh tomatoes

🥗Healthier: canned tomatoes

💰Cheaper: tomato paste

Canned tomatoes are convenient and reduce prep time.

vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar offers a unique flavor.

Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add chopped fresh chili peppers and sauté for 2-3 minutes.

Incorporate diced tomatoes and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Season with salt, black pepper, and sugar, stirring well.

Add vinegar and lemon juice, mixing thoroughly.

Simmer for 5-7 minutes to blend flavors, adding water if too thick.

Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Blend the mixture until smooth, adjusting seasoning as needed.

Garnish with chopped coriander leaves before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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