Enjoy your homemade Piri Piri dry rub!
Preserves, penetrates meat, and amplifies flavor. Adjust based on use. piri piri dry rub recipe
African Bird's Eye chilies (the "Piri Piri" pepper), though cayenne or red chili flakes are common substitutes. Sous Chef +2 Classic Piri Piri Dry Rub Recipe This balanced blend offers heat, smokiness, and a touch of herbal zest. 2 tbsp Paprika (sweet or hot) 1 tbsp Cayenne pepper (or ground bird’s eye chilies for authentic heat) 1 tbsp Garlic powder 1 tbsp Onion powder 1 tbsp Dried oregano 1 tsp Ground ginger 1 tsp Smoked paprika (for depth) 1 tsp Salt (adjust to taste) 1 tsp Dried lemon peel (or zest of 1 fresh lemon) ½ tsp Ground coriander ½ tsp Sugar (optional, to balance the heat) Preparation Guide 1. Mix the Ingredients In a small bowl, whisk all the dried spices together until the color is uniform. If you are using whole dried chilies, grind them first in a spice grinder or mortar and pestle before adding the remaining powders. Sous Chef +2 2. Application Meat: Pat your protein (chicken is traditional, but it works great on shrimp or pork) completely dry with paper towels. Rub the spice mix generously over all surfaces, pressing it in to ensure it sticks. Timing: For the best flavor infusion, let the seasoned meat rest in the refrigerator for at least Enjoy your homemade Piri Piri dry rub
(substitute with Cayenne pepper for adjustable heat) 1 tbsp Garlic Powder 1 tbsp Onion Powder 1 tbsp Dried Oregano 1 tsp Ground Ginger 1 tsp Ground Coriander 1 tsp Dried Lemon Peel (or citric acid for tang) 1 tsp Salt (adjust to taste) 1 tsp Granulated Sugar (optional, to balance the heat) Step-by-Step Preparation Peri Peri Seasoning (Piri Piri Seasoning) African Bird's Eye chilies (the "Piri Piri" pepper),