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Mozambique Peri Peri Chicken

Cultural Context

Originating from Mozambique, Peri Peri Chicken is a vibrant dish that showcases the influence of Portuguese cuisine on African flavors. Traditionally, it features a spicy marinade made from peri peri peppers, garlic, and other spices, often grilled to perfection. This dish is celebrated for its bold flavors and is often served at gatherings and celebrations, symbolizing the warmth of Mozambican hospitality. Today, variations can be found in many countries, especially in South Africa and Portugal, where it has become a beloved staple.

MozambicanMZmain
90 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
8-9 dried red chilies
1/4 cup water
1 medium lemon
60 grams onion
120 grams red bell pepper
7-8 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon Kashmiri red chili
1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon oregano
1/2 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon lemon zest
2 tablespoons white vinegar
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup olive oil
1 kilogram whole chicken

peri peri sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade chili sauce

💰Cheaper: hot sauce

Homemade chili sauce can reduce preservatives while maintaining heat.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is often less expensive and works well for marinating.

fresh parsley

🥗Healthier: cilantro

💰Cheaper: dried parsley

Dried parsley is more affordable and has a longer shelf life.

whole chicken

🥗Healthier: skinless chicken

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Chicken thighs are cheaper and remain juicy when cooked.

1

Soak 8-9 dried red chilies in 1/4 cup water and microwave for 1 minute.

2

Let the chilies soak in the water for 15 minutes.

3

Grate half of a large lemon's zest carefully, avoiding the white part.

4

In a bowl, combine 60 grams of chopped onion, 120 grams of chopped red bell pepper, and 7-8 cloves of garlic.

5

Add 1 tablespoon of salt, 1 tablespoon of Kashmiri red chili, and 1 tablespoon of paprika to the mixture.

6

Include 1 tablespoon of oregano and 1/2 tablespoon of sugar.

7

Add 1 teaspoon of lemon zest, 2 tablespoons of white vinegar, and 3 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice.

8

Pour in 1/4 cup of olive oil and add the soaked chilies to the mixture.

9

Blend all the ingredients to make a thick sauce and set aside half a cup for serving later.

10

Remove the backbone of a 1-kilogram whole chicken using a sharp knife or scissors.

11

Make shallow cuts on the chicken's surface and flatten it slightly.

12

Marinate the chicken in a bowl with the prepared peri peri sauce, ensuring no water remains on the chicken.

13

Rub the sauce into the cuts of the chicken for 2-3 minutes.

14

Cover the chicken and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.

15

Heat 2-3 tablespoons of olive oil in a flat non-stick pan over medium heat.

16

Cook one side of the marinated chicken for about 10 minutes.

17

Flip the chicken carefully and cook the other side for another 8-10 minutes.

18

Transfer the chicken to a baking tray and cover with remaining marinade.

19

Brush 2-3 tablespoons of olive oil over the chicken for color and crispiness.

20

Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 50-60 minutes, checking occasionally.

21

After 50 minutes, brush the chicken with oil for a good appearance.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrilling

Equipment Needed

microwaveblendersharp knifescissorsflat non-stick panbaking trayoven

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milksoy

Also Known As

Peri Peri ChickenPiri Piri Chicken

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