PiliPili Ya Kukaanga / Quick and Easy Fried Chili Sauce Recipe

fresh chili peppers

🥗Healthier: jalapeños

💰Cheaper: banana peppers

Jalapeños provide a similar heat level with fewer calories.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats, while canola is budget-friendly.

black pepper

🥗Healthier: white pepper

💰Cheaper: ground pepper

White pepper has a milder flavor, while ground pepper is more accessible.

coriander

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: cilantro

Parsley offers a fresh taste, while cilantro is often less expensive.

Blend the Vegetables: In a blender, combine the onions, tomatoes, chilies, and red bell pepper. Blend until smooth.

Heat the Oil: In a frying pan, heat the cooking oil over medium heat.

Cook the Mixture: Pour the blended vegetable mixture into the pan. Cook for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens and the oil starts to float on top.

Add Spices: Stir in the garlic powder, ginger powder, and ginger-garlic paste. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to incorporate the flavors.

Season: Add salt to taste and mix well.

Serve: Remove from heat and serve as a side dish.

Cooking Techniques

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