Piri Piri Dressing
Transform your dishes with the bold and zesty flavors of this homemade Piri Piri Dressing! Bursting with the heat of red chili peppers, the smokiness of paprika, and the tangy brightness of lemon juice and red wine vinegar, this vibrant sauce is a true showstopper. Lightly charring the peppers before blending enhances their natural sweetness, while garlic, oregano, and a touch of sugar round out the flavor profile. Perfect as a marinade for grilled chicken or shrimp, a drizzle over roasted veggies, or a punchy salad dressing, this versatile recipe is ready in just 20 minutes and keeps fresh for up to a week. Whether you're looking to spice up your meal prep or impress at your next gathering, this Piri Piri Dressing is a must-try condiment!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Red chili peppers
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
- 6 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Begin by preparing the vegetables. Remove the seeds and stems from the red chili peppers and the red bell pepper. Roughly chop all peppers and set aside.
Peel the garlic cloves and set them aside as well.
Heat a small skillet over medium heat and lightly toast the chopped red bell pepper and chili peppers for 3-5 minutes, stirring often, until they are softened and slightly charred. Remove from heat and let them cool slightly.
In a blender or food processor, combine the toasted peppers, garlic, smoked paprika, dried oregano, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, olive oil, salt, black pepper, sugar, and water.
Blend the mixture on high until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt or sugar to balance flavors.
For a thinner texture, you can add an additional tablespoon or two of water and blend again.
Transfer the Piri Piri dressing to a clean jar or container and store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Use the dressing as a marinade for chicken or shrimp, a drizzle for roasted vegetables, or a bold salad dressing.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
861 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 85.1 g | 109% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.2 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1200 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.6 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.1 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.5 g | ||
| Protein | 3.6 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 55 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 613 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
