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Spicy Peri Peri Sauce on a Wooden Table

Homemade Peri Peri Original Sauce For Every Meal

This bold and flavorful peri peri sauce brings the heat and the perfect balance of spice and tang to your dishes.

Perfect for grilling, dipping, or drizzling, it’s a versatile sauce that can take any meal to the next level.

The combination of smoky paprika, garlic, and a touch of lemon and vinegar creates a rich, spicy sauce that complements chicken, seafood, or roasted vegetables.

This homemade version is fresh, vibrant, and free of preservatives, ensuring you get the best quality every time!

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 1 cup 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 red bell peppers, chopped
  • 4–6 dried red chilies (adjust to taste)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar (or apple cider vinegar as a substitute)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/4 cup water

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the chopped bell peppers and dried red chilies, sautéing for 5-7 minutes until the peppers soften.
  2. Add the minced garlic and continue to sauté for another 1-2 minutes, allowing the garlic to release its fragrance.
  3. In a blender or food processor, combine the sautéed peppers and garlic with smoked paprika, cumin, coriander, salt, sugar, lemon juice, white wine vinegar (or apple cider vinegar), and water. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  4. Pour the mixture back into the pan and cook over low heat for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, sugar, or vinegar as necessary to balance the flavors.
  6. Let the peri peri sauce cool to room temperature before storing in a jar or serving with grilled meats, vegetables, or as a dipping sauce.
  • Author: Emilya
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Sauce
  • Method: Blend
  • Cuisine: African/Portuguese
  • Diet: Vegan

Keywords: Peri Peri Original