Pili Pili Peri Peri Marinade
Ignite your taste buds with our vibrant and fiery Pili Pili Peri Peri Marinade—a bold blend of African and Portuguese-inspired flavors. Featuring the heat of fresh red chili peppers, the aroma of garlic and ginger, and the earthy warmth of smoked paprika, cumin, and coriander, this marinade is a perfect harmony of spice, tang, and richness. Brightened with zesty lemon juice and white vinegar, and rounded out with optional touches of honey and cilantro for added depth, this quick 15-minute recipe is your go-to for elevating grilled chicken, shrimp, beef, veggies, or tofu. Whether you’re prepping for a casual BBQ or adding zest to a weeknight dinner, this marinade infuses your dishes with irresistible smoky, tangy, and complex flavors. Easy to make and versatile, it’s a game-changer for anyone who loves big, bold tastes! Keep it refrigerated and ready to transform your meals for up to two weeks.
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Ingredients
- 8 pieces Red chili peppers (Bird's Eye or similar)
- 4 pieces Garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger
- 1 teaspoon Paprika (smoked or sweet)
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons White vinegar
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Honey (optional, for sweetness)
Directions
Step 1
Wash and remove stems from the red chili peppers. If you prefer a milder heat, you can deseed some or all of the peppers.
Step 2
Peel the garlic cloves and fresh ginger.
Step 3
In a blender or food processor, combine the chili peppers, garlic, and ginger.
Step 4
Add the paprika, ground cumin, ground coriander, lemon juice, white vinegar, olive oil, and salt to the blender.
Step 5
If desired, add fresh cilantro and honey for additional flavor complexity.
Step 6
Blend everything together until smooth. You may add a small amount of water (1-2 teaspoons) if the mixture is too thick to blend.
Step 7
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, lemon juice, or honey to balance flavors.
Step 8
Pour the marinade into a clean glass jar or airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Step 9
Use the marinade to coat chicken, shrimp, beef, vegetables, or tofu before grilling, baking, or pan-frying. For best results, marinate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (156.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 462.0 |
| Total Fat 43.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 6.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2373.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 17.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 7.8g | |
| Protein 2.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 70.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 372.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories