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Peri Peri Sauce Recipe

This peri peri sauce is made with fiery African Bird's Eye chilies with fresh herbs, garlic, and zesty lemon juice for vibrant and authentic flavor. Learn how to make it at home.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 20
Calories: 58 kcal
Course: Main Course , Condiments
Cuisine: African , American

Ingredients

  • 1 pound red chilies chopped – African Bird’s Eye peppers are traditional, but you can sub with red peppers available to you
  • 4 cloves garlic chopped
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika you can sub in other chili powders
  • 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/4 cup chopped oregano (I enjoy fresh basil as a substitute)
  • 1/2 cup olive oil or vegetable oil
  • Juice from 1 lemon
  • salt to taste

Instructions

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  1. Add all ingredients to a food processor or blender. Process to form a smooth sauce to your preferred consistency.
  2. Enjoy! Refrigerate until ready to use.

Notes

  • Makes about 1.5 cups.

Nutrition Information

Calories 58kcal (3%) Carbohydrates 2g (1%) Fat 5g (8%) Sodium 2mg (0%) Potassium 79mg (2%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 310IU (6%) Vitamin C 32.9mg (37%) Calcium 5mg (1%) Iron 0.3mg (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 20Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 58

% Daily Value*

Calories 58kcal 3%
Carbohydrates 2g 1%
Fat 5g 8%
Sodium 2mg 0%
Potassium 79mg 2%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 310IU 6%
Vitamin C 32.9mg 37%
Calcium 5mg 1%
Iron 0.3mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.