HOMEMADE PIRI PIRI SPICE MIX

Nothing beats homemade spice blends when it comes to getting the freshest ingredients. Piri Piri spice is a blend of both spices and herbs to create the perfect combination for spices that can be used as dry rubs or even in making sauces. The original recipe calls for mixing crushed chillies, basil, citrus peel, tarragon, onion, oregano, peppers, pimiento, garlic, lemon juice, salt and bay leaves. The main ingredient is usually the pili pili also known as 'bird's eye chili' in Swahili we say Pili Pili which literally translates to "pepper pepper" Piri Piri spice mix is hot yet aromatic and gives food an extra touch of exotic flavours. Mostly used in African and Portuguese cuisines, this spice blend can be used for making dishes such as piri piri chicken that totally delicious! Rubbed on stake or used for marinating the stake before grilling. Its a vibrant spice mix that is versatile and can be used however you feel your cooking juices will take you.
INGREDIENTS

1 1/2 Teaspoon Paprika
1 Teaspoon Oregano
1 Teaspoon Cardamom
1 Teaspoon Ginger Powder
1/2 Teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
1 Teaspoon Garlic Powder
1/2 Teaspoon Salt

METHOD

Add salt to bowl

Add garlic powder

Add cardamom powder

Add paprika

Add ginger powder

Add oregano

Add cayenne pepper

I love how vibrant the colors are

Perfection right there

Mix the spices with a fork until there are no lumps and they are evenly combined 

Spice blends are perfect for adding vibrancy and flavour to any meal making it easier to add to food that adding individual portions

Pour the piri piri spice mix in a jar with an airtight lid. Store for several months away from sunlight or any moisture

HOMEMADE PIRI PIRI SPICE MIX

Recipe by Mulunga Alukwe

Prep time: 05 Minutes
Cook time: 00 Minutes
Total time: 05 Minutes
Yield: 1/2 Jar
Ingredients

• 1 1/2 Teaspoon Paprika
• 1 Teaspoon Oregano
• 1 Teaspoon Cardamom
• 1 Teaspoon Ginger Powder
• 1/2 Teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
• 1 Teaspoon Garlic Powder
• 1/2 Teaspoon Salt

Cooking Directions

1. Add Paprika, Oregano, Cardamom, Ginger Powder, Cayenne Pepper, Garlic Powder and Salt in a medium bowl
2. Whisk until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated
3. Store in jar with airtight lid if not using immediately