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Peri Peri Baked Fish

Cultural Context

Originating from the coastal regions of Portugal, Peri Peri Baked Fish showcases the vibrant flavors of African chili peppers. Traditionally associated with the Mozambican-Portuguese cuisine, this dish is a celebration of bold spices and fresh ingredients, often enjoyed during gatherings and family meals. Today, it has gained popularity worldwide, with variations appearing in many seafood restaurants and home kitchens alike.

PortuguesePTmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
5 Kashmiri Red Chilli (soaked)
1/2 Lemon Juice
1 Onion (diced)
1/2 Red Capsicum (diced)
10 cloves Garlic
3 tbsp Coriander (stem and leaf)
1/2 tsp Paprika Powder
1 tsp Dried Mixed Herbs
1 1/2 tsp Sugar
1 tsp Salt + 1 pinch
1 Tomato (diced)
2 Fish Fillet
Oil (for drizzling)
Coriander Leaves (finely chopped) for garnish

peri peri sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade chili sauce

💰Cheaper: hot sauce

Homemade sauce can be lower in sodium.

whole fish

🥗Healthier: fillets

💰Cheaper: frozen fish

Fillets are easier to handle and cook.

fresh parsley

🥗Healthier: fresh cilantro

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Dried herbs are more shelf-stable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is often less expensive.

1

Add all the ingredients required for the peri peri sauce to a blender and blend it to a fine paste.

2

Grease a baking pan, place parchment paper on it.

3

Place the fish on it and sprinkle salt on both sides.

4

Pour over the peri peri sauce over the fish fillet and spread it out evenly.

5

Top it with onions or any other topping of your choice.

6

Drizzle some oil.

7

Bake it at 180 degrees for 25 minutes.

8

Take it out of the oven, garnish with coriander leaves and serve it hot.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingbaking

Equipment Needed

baking panparchment paperblender

Spice Level:

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Dietary

dairy-freeegg-freegluten-freenut-freesoy-freelow-carbketopaleo

Allergens

fish

Also Known As

Piri Piri FishPiri Piri Baked Fish

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