Piri Piri Sauce Portugal Algarve Homemade
Experience the fiery flavors of Portugal's sunny Algarve region with this homemade Piri Piri Sauce recipe! This vibrant and versatile sauce is crafted from a bold blend of red chili peppers, garlic, olive oil, and zesty lemon juice, balanced with a touch of paprika, oregano, and a hint of sugar. Perfectly tailored to spice lovers, this authentic condiment captures the essence of Portuguese cuisine, offering you the freedom to control the heat by adjusting the chili seeds. Simmered to release its aromatic depth and blended to silky perfection, this sauce is ideal for drizzling over grilled chicken, seafood, or roasted vegetables. Quick to prepare and easy to store, this DIY Piri Piri Sauce brings a taste of Portugal straight to your table—no passport required!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 10 whole Red chili peppers
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves
- 120 ml Olive oil
- 60 ml White vinegar
- 30 ml Lemon juice
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Dried oregano
- 1 tsp Sugar
- 30 ml Water
Instructions
Wash and dry the red chili peppers. Remove the stems, and for a milder sauce, deseed some or all of the peppers. For a spicier kick, keep the seeds intact.
Peel the garlic cloves and roughly chop them for easier blending.
In a medium saucepan, combine the chopped chili peppers, garlic, olive oil, and water over low heat.
Cook the mixture gently for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chili peppers are softened and fragrant. Be careful not to let the olive oil boil.
Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly for about 5 minutes.
Transfer the cooked mixture to a blender or food processor. Add white vinegar, lemon juice, paprika, salt, dried oregano, and sugar.
Blend the mixture until smooth. If the sauce is too thick, you can add a small amount of water to reach your desired consistency.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt or vinegar for balance.
Once blended, strain the sauce through a fine mesh sieve if you prefer a smoother texture, though this step is optional.
Pour the sauce into a sterilized glass jar or bottle and allow it to cool completely before sealing.
Store your homemade Piri Piri Sauce in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Shake well before each use.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1142 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 114.7 g | 147% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.7 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1212 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.1 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.2 g | ||
| Protein | 4.3 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 60 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 691 mg | 15% | |
*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.
