Peri Peri Spice is one of my favourite Portuguese spices.
The Peri Peri chilli was brought by the Africans to Portugal and this beautiful
blend was born. I myself have some
Portuguese heritage and although I cannot claim this recipe to be authentic, I
can promise you that it’s a pretty good version. This spice blend to
make a delicious Roast Chicken dinner. It would look wonderful on your holiday
table but would also make a great family night meal.
Peri Peri Chillies are hard
to find, but I’m going to substitute these for these hot red chillies
3 Hot red fresh Chillies
1 tsp Onion powder
1 tsp Garlic powder
4 Garlic cloves crushed
1 tsp paprika
2 tsps Thyme leaves
1Ž4 cup Red Wine vinegar
1Ž4 cup Olive Oil
Juice of 1Ž2 a lemon
1Ž2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp coarse salt
1 roasting Chicken
Brine 1/4 cup each Salt & Sugar + 1 litre of Water
Soak the Chicken in brine overnight, remove and pat dry
Grind the chillies in a food processor and add to a bowl together with the rest of the ingredients and mix well
Rub the Chicken with the marinade and leave it aside for about 2 hrs
Roast in a 350 degree oven for 60 – 80 mins till the bird is golden
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