Mozambican Sauce - (Piri Piri Sauce)
Mozambican Sauce, also known as Piri Piri Sauce, is a spicy and flavorful condiment originating from Mozambique. Made with bird's eye chili peppers, garlic, and a blend of spices, this vegan sauce adds a fiery kick to your favorite dishes. Use it as a marinade, dipping sauce, or drizzle it over grilled vegetables, tofu, or tempeh for an extra burst of flavor.
Ingredients
- 8-10 bird's eye chili peppers adjust quantity based on desired spiciness
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 red bell pepper chopped
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Start by preparing the chili peppers. You can keep the seeds if you want the sauce to be very spicy, or remove some or all of the seeds for a milder version.
- In a food processor or blender, combine the chili peppers, garlic, red bell pepper, smoked paprika, ground cumin, olive oil, white vinegar, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
- Blend the ingredients until you get a smooth and well-combined sauce. If the sauce is too thick, you can add a little more olive oil or water to reach your desired consistency.
- Taste the sauce and adjust the seasonings as needed. If you prefer it spicier, you can add more chili peppers or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Transfer the Mozambican sauce to a sterilized jar or bottle, and store it in the refrigerator. The flavors will continue to develop over time, so it's even better the next day!
- Use this vibrant and spicy Mozambican sauce to elevate the flavors of your favorite vegan dishes. Enjoy!
Notes
Mozambican sauce is traditionally quite spicy, but you can always adjust the amount of chili peppers used to suit your taste preferences. It's always a good idea to wear gloves while handling hot chili peppers to avoid irritation.
Nutrition
Calories: 119kcal
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