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Angolan hot saucePiri-Piri Euphoria

Angolan hot saucePiri-Piri Euphoria - hot sauce recipe
14

Spisiness:

Extra Hot Spicy

Time:

45

Min

Embracing Angola's love for Piri-Piri, this sauce is a fiery blend of African bird's eye chili peppers and aromatic spices, delivering a powerful punch of heat with every bite.

Ingredients for Piri-Piri Euphoria

  1. 8 African bird's eye chili peppers, finely chopped
  2. 4 cloves garlic, minced
  3. 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
  4. 1/4 cup lemon juice
  5. 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  6. 2 tbsp olive oil
  7. 1 tsp paprika
  8. 1 tsp oregano
  9. Salt to taste

Step-by-step Directions for Piri-Piri Euphoria

  1. In a blender, combine African bird's eye chili peppers, garlic, red bell pepper, lemon juice, vinegar, olive oil, paprika, and oregano.
  2. Blend until smooth.
  3. Transfer to a saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
  4. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Allow to cool before transferring to a sterilized bottle.

Special Tip for Piri-Piri Euphoria

For a smokier flavor, roast the chili peppers before blending. This will add a rich depth to the sauce, complementing the tanginess of the lemon.

Fun Facts about Piri-Piri Euphoria

Piri-Piri, also known as African bird's eye chili, is a staple in Angolan cuisine. The sauce has its roots in Angola but has gained popularity across Africa and beyond, especially in Portuguese cuisine due to colonial influences.

Scoville units: African bird's eye chili peppers: 50,000 - 175,000 Scoville units.

Best served with:

Funje, Mufete, Calulu, Farofa, Green Curry, Rice, Vegetable Salad

Quisin type:

Angolan Hot Sauce Recipe

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