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Chicken Peri Peri

Cultural Context

Chicken Peri Peri, originating from Portuguese cuisine, is a spicy grilled chicken dish that highlights the flavors of Africa, particularly from the Angolan and Mozambican regions. Traditionally, it celebrates the use of peri peri peppers, which provide a fiery kick. Today, it's enjoyed globally, with various adaptations in spice levels and preparation methods, making it a popular choice for barbecues and gatherings.

PortugueseINmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
Chicken leg-1 kg
Garlic-1 big (35 grm)
Ginger-1 piece (17 gm)
Green Chili-1-2
Mint leaves
Salt to taste
Curd - 2 tbsp
Vinegar-4-5 tbsp
Lemon juice-1 lemon
Pepper-1+1/2 tbsp
Cumin seeds-1/4 tsp
Turmeric powder-3/4 tsp
Coriander seeds-1+1/2 tbsp
Maggie cube chicken stock-1
Chicken masala - 3/4 tbsp
Chilli flakes - 2 tbsp
Permitted food colour Red - optional
Coriander leaves
Coriander leaves - a bunch
Mint leaves - a handful
Ginger - 1 small piece
Garlic - 5 cloves
Green chillies - 2
Salt to taste
Curd - 3 tbsp
Lemon juice - 1/2 lemon

peri peri sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade chili sauce

💰Cheaper: hot sauce

Homemade chili sauce can control spice levels and reduce costs.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is dairy-free and adds a unique flavor.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu offers a plant-based option, while thighs are more economical than breasts.

1

Prepare the peri peri marinade by blending garlic, ginger, green chilies, mint leaves, salt, curd, vinegar, and lemon juice.

2

Add the peri peri masala ingredients: pepper, cumin seeds, turmeric powder, coriander seeds, chicken stock, chicken masala, and chili flakes to the marinade.

3

Marinate the chicken legs in the peri peri mixture for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.

4

Grill the marinated chicken legs until cooked through and charred.

5

For the chutney, blend coriander leaves, mint leaves, ginger, garlic, green chilies, salt, curd, and lemon juice until smooth.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrilling

Spice Level:

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Allergens

none

Also Known As

Peri Peri ChickenPiri Piri Chicken

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