Nando's Peri Peri Sauce Recipe
99% of the time I go to Nando's, I get the peri-peri chicken. It is their most popular dish and what they are known for. I have been trying to eat out less, so I started making it at home. It is actually very easy and much cheaper than ordering out. Traditionally, it is made with African bird's eye chili, but I am using Thai chilis today.
Ingredients
- 3-8 Thai red chilies (depending on spice preference; 3 for medium; 8 for extra hot)
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- ½ small onion
- 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
- 1-2 tablespoons white vinegar (depending on preference)
- ½ cup olive oil (or canola oil)
- 9 cloves garlic (about 3 tablespoons)
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon coarse kosher salt
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a food processor or blender. Blend for 30-60 seconds depending on the texture you want. I like the sauce to be a bit chunkier as the chunky bits get nice and caramelized when roasted.
- Check for spiciness. If you want it hotter, blend in more chili peppers.
- Transfer to a jar and refrigerate until ready for use. Depending on the freshness of your ingredients, the sauce can last up to a week in the fridge.
Notes
To make Peri-Peri Chicken: Place six chicken legs in a large bowl and add the marinade to cover them generously. Allow the chicken to marinate in the fridge for a minimum of four hours and up to 24 hours. I generally like to go as long as possible to allow more time for the acid to tenderize the chicken.
Oven Method: Preheat your oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the chicken skin side up. Lightly spray with oil. Roast for 30-40 minutes.
Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F. Place the chicken on the air fryer basket with the skin side up. Lightly spray the chicken with oil. Cook for 15-18 minutes, then flip the chicken and cook for another 5-8 minutes. The deepest part of the thigh should reach at least 165°F.
Nutrition
Calories: 192kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 1gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gSodium: 1168mgPotassium: 192mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1182IUVitamin C: 69mgCalcium: 35mgIron: 1mg
Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.
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