Peri Peri Chicken Fry is a spicy and flavorful dish that originates from Portuguese cuisine. It involves marinating chicken pieces in a peri peri sauce, which is a blend of fiery African bird’s eye chilies, garlic, herbs, and citrus. The marinated chicken is then fried until crispy and golden. Here’s a recipe for Peri Peri Chicken Fry:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Marinating time: 2 hours or overnight
Cooking time: 25 minutes
Ready in: 2 hours 40 minutes (including marinating time)
Ingredients:
- 500 grams chicken pieces (drumsticks, wings, or boneless)
- 2 tablespoons peri peri sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions:
- In a mixing bowl, combine peri peri sauce, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to make the marinade.
- Add the chicken pieces to the marinade and coat them thoroughly. Cover the bowl and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight for the flavors to develop.
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) or heat a grill or stovetop grill pan.
- If using an oven: Place the marinated chicken on a baking tray lined with foil or parchment paper. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and crispy on the outside. If using a grill or grill pan: Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the chicken for about 10-12 minutes per side or until cooked through and nicely charred.
- Remove the chicken from the oven or grill and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Peri Peri Chicken Fry is now ready to be served.
Peri Peri Chicken Fry is delicious when served with a side of salad, rice, or grilled vegetables. The spicy and tangy flavors of the peri peri marinade infuse the chicken, resulting in a lip-smacking dish. Adjust the amount of peri peri sauce according to your spice preference. Enjoy the flavorful and fiery taste of this popular dish!
