Peri peri masala powder is a mixture of freshly ground powders and herbs like garlic powder, parsley, oregano, chili flakes, sweet paprika, and more.
Go through my recipe to know the easy steps to make peri peri masala powder at home.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- Peri peri masala powder needs blending a few simple ingredients together.
- This masala powder can be used in a variety of dishes such as grilled chicken, spicy fries, pizza, paneer tikka, roasted vegetables, fish curry, stir-fried noodles, and BBQ marinades.
- Retaining the freshness and flavor of the powder needs storing it in an airtight container in a cool, dry, and dark place.
- A few specific powders that may offer a similar taste as this masala powder are chaat masala powder, and tandoori masala powder.
How to Make Peri Peri Masala Powder? (Step by Step Guide with Images)
Step 1: Take a mortar & pestle (haman dista).
Step 2: Put 1 tbsp of garlic powder in it.
Step 3: Then add 1 tbsp of onion powder.
Step 4: Follow it with 1 tbsp of parsley.
Step 5: Now add 1 tbsp of normal sugar.
Step 6: Then add 1 tbsp of oregano.
Step 7: Follow it with 1 tsp of citric acid.
Step 8: Now add 1 tbsp of chili flakes.
Step 9: Also add 1 tbsp of red chili powder.
Step 10: Then add 1 tbsp of table salt.
Step 11: Finally, add 1 tbsp of sweet paprika.
Step 12: Now, grind and blend all the spices using the pestle.
Step 13: You will need to mix the spices in the mortar and pestle for about 5 to 6 minutes until you see the color change to rich and vibrant yellow.
Step 14: Finally, mix the spices with a spoon.
Step 15: Transfer the mixture into a container and your peri peri masala powder is ready.
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Peri Peri Masala Powder
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp Garlic powder
- 1 tbsp Onion powder
- 1 tbsp Parsley
- 1 tbsp Normal sugar
- 1 tbsp Oregano
- 1 tsp Citric acid
- 1 tbsp Chili flakes
- 1 tbsp Red chili powder
- 1 tbsp Table salt
- 1 tbsp Sweet paprika
Instructions
- Take a mortar & pestle (haman dista).
- Put 1 tbsp of garlic powder in it.
- Then add 1 tbsp of onion powder.
- Follow it with 1 tbsp of parsley.
- Now add 1 tbsp of normal sugar.
- Then add 1 tbsp of oregano.
- Follow it with 1 tsp of citric acid.
- Now add 1 tbsp of chili flakes.
- Also add 1 tbsp of red chili powder.
- Then add 1 tbsp of table salt.
- Finally, add 1 tbsp of sweet paprika.
- Now, grind and blend all the spices using the pestle.
- You will need to mix the spices in the mortar and pestle for about 5 to 6 minutes until you see the color change to rich and vibrant yellow.
- Finally, mix the spices with a spoon.
- Transfer the mixture into a container and your peri peri masala powder is ready.
Notes
- Freshness of the ingredients is the key to achieve the authentic flavor and taste of peri peri masala powder. So, I recommend checking the expiry date before you buy the ingredients.
- Since my recipes are usually customizable, this is no different. You can adjust the ratio of spices according to your taste preference, especially the heat.
- Be very careful when you add citric acid to the mixture. Add just a little. This will prevent overwhelming the overall taste of the masala powder.
- I use a traditional mortar and pestle to blend the ingredients. This allows perfect distribution of flavor due to consistent grinding. It also helps in keeping a close eye on the texture and its color change.
