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    Peri Peri Masala Recipe | Piri Piri Masala

    Last Updated On: Jul 19, 2024 by Sharmilee J

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    Peri Peri Masala is a spicy tangy spice mix which has a combination of Indian spices and herbs. Making peri peri at home is very easy takes just few minutes of time. Lets learn to make Peri Peri Masala Recipe with step by step pictures and video.

    peri peri masala in a small white bowl

    Peri Peri Masala is an indian spice mix orginated from Spain, Portugese, South Africa. Peri Peri or Piri Piri means pepper pepper in Swahili. The term peri peri originally refers to the spicy sauces and spices powders. It is also called as Piri Piri Masala.

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    • Uses
    • Peri Peri Masala Ingredients
    • How to make Peri Peri Masala Step by Step
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    About Peri Peri Masala

    Peri Peri Masala is an Indian spice mix so if you are lover of spicy food then you will love it. It has become globally popular these days. Peri Peri Masala can be used in french fries, bread sticks, barbecue chicken, crispy corn and many more such crispy starters.

    You can make Peri Peri Masala at home in just 5 minutes if you have the ingredients in hand. I have used most ingredients easily available in pantry. I skipped citric acid alone but tastewise its very close except the slight sourness. But you can add chat masala or amchur powder to get that taste too.

    To make Piri Piri Masala –  just crush chilli flakes, onion flakes, dried parsely, oregano, sugar using a mortar and pestle then mix it along with other ingredients like garlic powder, kashmiri red chilli powder, ginger powder, pepper powder and black salt.

    With just few ingredients you can make Peri Peri at home quickly. If you have all the ingredients in hand then it will take just 10 minutes to make this spice mix.

    peri peri masala in a small white spoon

    Peri Peri Masala Video

    Uses

    I always wanted to taste peri peri masala, finally got a pack but it was too spicy especially for kids. So that was the main reason for me to try this at home. I checked the ingredients list, googled then finally tried a homemade batch which was a huge hit so made it again to post here. This Peri Peri Masala can be used for a lot of dishes including starters, curries, chats, salads etc.

    • Peri Peri Makhana
    • Peri Peri Corn

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    Peri Peri Masala Ingredients

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    How to make Peri Peri Masala Step by Step

    1.To a hand mortar pestle add all the items listed under ‘to crush’ :

    • 1 teaspoon oregano
    • 1 teaspoon chilli flakes
    • 1 teaspoon onion flakes
    • 1/2 teaspoon dried parseley
    • 1 teaspoon sugar
    add items to crush

    2.Crush it well.

    crush it well

    3.The mixture will be slightly coarse only, set aside.

    slightly coarse

    4.To a small mixing bowl – add all other items mentioned in the ingredients list:

    • 1 tablespoon kashmiri red chilli powder
    • 2 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1/4 teaspoon ginger powder
    • 1/4 teaspoon pepper powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon black salt
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt
    add other ingredients

    5.Now add crushed mixture to it. Mix it well until evenly mixed. Store in airtight container.

    add crushed mixture

    Peri peri masala is ready. You can use this for any starters like french fries, chats, makhana etc

    Spicy tangy peri peri masala ready. Add to roasted makhana or french fries and enjoy!!

    Expert Tips

    • I have used kashmiri red chili powder for bright color you can use normal chili powder but reduce it as it will be very spicy.
    • I didn’t have citric acid which is used to give a sour taste so if you have add 1/4 teaspoon and crush it along with crushed items. Add 1/4 teaspoon amchur /chat masala powder for more salty taste as that of citric acid.
    • If you are using onion powder you can add it directly. I used onion flakes so crushed it.
    • You can taste it and adjust according to your liking too.
    • The color of the spice mix depends on the chili powder color.I used homemade kashmiri chili powder.
    • The original recipe may use citric acid to give that slight sourness, I skipped that alone. But as an alternate you can use 1/4 teaspoon amchur or chat masala powder.

    FAQS

    1.What is the meaning of Peri Peri?

    The term peri peri orginally refers to the spicy sauces and spices powders. Peri peri is a type of red chilli used for giving food a spicy taste. Peri-peri is also known as the African Birds-Eye chilli.

    2.What is Peri Peri Masala made of?

    Peri peri masala is an indian spice mix of various herbs and spices in a particular measure to get the perfect spicy and tangy taste.

    3.What is the taste of Peri Peri Masala?

    Peri peri masala has an unique taste which is tangy slightly spicy with a hint of sweetness too.

    References : Cambridge dictionary

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    Peri Peri Masala Recipe | Piri Piri Masala

    Peri Peri Masala is a spicy tangy spice mix which has a combination of Indian spices and herbs. Making peri peri at home is very easy takes just few minutes of time. Lets learn to make Peri Peri Masala Recipe with step by step pictures and video.
    Prep Time10 minutes mins
    Total Time10 minutes mins
    Servings0.25 cup
    AuthorSharmilee J

    Ingredients

    • 1 tablespoon kashmiri red chilli powder
    • 2 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1/4 teaspoon ginger powder
    • 1/4 teaspoon pepper powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon black salt
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt
    • 1/4 teaspoon amchur powder (optional)to give more sour taste

    To crush:

    • 1 teaspoon oregano
    • 1 teaspoon chilli flakes
    • 1 teaspoon onion flakes
    • 1/2 teaspoon dried parseley
    • 1 teaspoon sugar

    Instructions

    • To a hand mortar pestle add all the items listed under 'to crush' and crush it well. It will be slightly coarse only, set aside.
    • To a small mixing bowl – add all the items along with the crushed mixture.
    • Mix well now the homemade peri peri masala is ready. You can use this for any starters like french fries, makhana etc.
    • Store Peri Peri Masala in airtight container.

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    Notes

    • I have used kashmiri red chilli powder for bright color you can use normal chilli powder but reduce it as it will be very spicy.
    • I didn’t have citric acid but its used to give a sour taste so if you have add 1/4 teaspoon and crush it along with crushed items.Add 1/4 teaspoon amchur /chat masala powder for more salty taste as that of citric acid.
    • If you are using onion powder you can add it directly.I used onion flakes so crushed it.
    • You can taste it and adjust according to your liking too.
    • The color of the spicemix depends on the chilli powder color.I used homemade kashmiri chilli powder.
    Nutrition Facts
    Peri Peri Masala Recipe | Piri Piri Masala
    Amount Per Serving (100 g)
    Calories 93 Calories from Fat 18
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 2g3%
    Saturated Fat 0.3g2%
    Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
    Monounsaturated Fat 0.4g
    Sodium 2495mg108%
    Potassium 390mg11%
    Carbohydrates 20g7%
    Fiber 6g25%
    Sugar 7g8%
    Protein 3g6%
    Vitamin A 3209IU64%
    Vitamin C 4mg5%
    Calcium 86mg9%
    Iron 3mg17%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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