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Piri-piri pepper (lat. Capsicum Piri Piri) - hot peppers from the Solanaceae family.
Description
The piri piri pepper is an African variety of chili peppers. By the way, in African countries it is called not only Piri Piri, but also Peli Peli or Peri Peri - this is due to the dialects of the inhabitants of those parts of Africa from where this hot pepper was brought.
Externally, piri-piri pepper is an elegant pepper bush, the height of which ranges from forty-five to one hundred and twenty centimeters. The narrow leaves of this culture reach from four to seven centimeters in length, and the length of its small cylindrical fruits usually does not exceed two and a half centimeters. The average weight of one pepper is approximately thirty-five grams.
Until ripening, piri-piri peppers are characterized by a rich greenish color, and then they gradually turn into bright red or even purple tones. Ripe fruits boast a very strong pungency.
High-quality peppers should have an evenly colored skin, without wrinkles, dents, dark spots or any other damage.
Where grows
Piri piri pepper was first discovered about four centuries ago by the Portuguese, and its more exact origin is currently unknown to mankind. From the African continent, the Portuguese brought piri piri pepper to the European continent, and from there it got to numerous states of South America.
In Africa, piri piri pepper can be found in many countries - from Ethiopia to Uganda (in Zimbabwe, Botswana, Malawi, Mozambique, etc.). And the main suppliers of this spicy vegetable are the former Portuguese colonies - Angola and Mozambique.
Usage
On the basis of piri-piri peppers, a spicy sauce of the same name is prepared - this sauce is still one of the most refined and rich seasonings for cooking grilled chicken, beloved by many. By the way, in the process of frying when using such a sauce, poultry meat not only acquires a very piquant taste and amazing aroma, but also loses its characteristic chicken smell.
The modern food industry is actively producing a huge number of a wide variety of hot sauces based on piri piri peppers. The Mama Africa series is especially popular - these South African sauces are sold in stores like hotcakes. And connoisseurs of pungent tastes assure that, in comparison with these truly vigorous additives, the famous Tabasco is the most delicate sweetness. In addition to piri piri, Mama Africa sauces also contain ingredients such as onions, lemon juice, garlic, carrots and fruits. Both dried and fresh spices (mint, oregano, ginger, black pepper, coriander and basil) add spice to them.
In addition, piri-piri peppers are an excellent seasoning for vegetable and meat dishes - their specific smell and very unusual aftertaste perfectly emphasize the taste of any dish. And with the addition of piri-piri pepper, wonderful first courses, side dishes and even salads are prepared.
The calorie content of piri-piri peppers is 40 kcal for every 100 g. These bright vegetables are very rich in various vitamins and minerals, as well as fiber and beta-carotene. They help to normalize metabolism and significantly improve metabolism. Piri-piri peppers are also capable of having anticarcinogenic, immunostimulating, antibacterial and analgesic effects. And their use also affects the work of the cardiovascular system in the best possible way.
Fresh peppers should be stored in the refrigerator in plastic bags - this will allow the valuable vegetable not to lose its beneficial properties for a week. And crushed dried peppers can be stored even longer - up to several months, only they must be sealed and placed in a dark and cool enough place.
Contraindications
Piri-piri peppers are not recommended for inflammatory diseases of the digestive system and for individual intolerance.
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