Description
Preserve fiery Piri Piri peppers in olive oil and whiskey for a potent, spicy addition to sauces, marinades, and dishes.
Ingredients
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- 1 pound dried Piri Piri peppers (or cayenne peppers if Piri Piri aren't available)
- Olive oil, enough to fill the jar
- Whiskey, enough to fill the jar halfway
- 1 clean jar and lid
Instructions
- Ensure your peppers are thoroughly dried. They should be wrinkled and darker in color. Check each pepper by opening it up to ensure there is no mold inside.
- Once confirmed, cut each pepper down the middle lengthwise, being careful not to touch the inside seeds too much.
- Place the prepared peppers into a very clean jar. A dishwasher-clean jar is best as it sterilizes during washing.
- Fill the jar halfway with whiskey, then top it off with olive oil until the peppers are completely submerged.
- Seal the jar tightly with the lid and store it at room temperature.
- Allow the mixture to sit for a couple of days to develop a strong and spicy flavor. The preserved peppers are ready to use after this period.
Notes
Store the jar at room temperature. The preserved peppers are good for at least a month, though they can last up to a year. Ensure the jar is sterilized to prevent spoilage. If Piri Piri peppers are unavailable, cayenne peppers can be used as a substitute.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Cuisine: Portuguese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 10
- Sugar: 0
- Sodium: 0
- Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 0
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 0
- Cholesterol: 0