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Piri-Piri Chicken (Frango Piri-Piri)
Piri-Piri Chicken (Frango Piri-Piri) reads sourness 6.5, citrus 6.2 and richness 4.4 on Palate's 0–10 flavor X-ray — a Portuguese main, about 45 min. Measured from the recipe itself: ingredients and technique.
The flavor X-ray — six axes, 0–10
- Umami & Savory — 4.0 / 10
- Sweet & Fruity — 2.7 / 10
- Sour & Bright — 8.3 / 10
- Bitter & Earthy — 1.7 / 10
- Rich & Fat — 4.8 / 10
- Aromatic & Spice — 4.8 / 10
The measured notes (of 18)
Sourness 6.5 · Citrus 6.2 · Richness 4.4 · Allium 4.1 · Heat 4.1 · Salinity 3.6 · Herbaceous 3.2 · Sweetness 2.1 · Umami 2.1 · Fruity 1.9 · Funk & Ferment 1.6 · Bitterness 1.5 · Nutty 1.3 · Warm Spice 1.0 · Floral 0.9 · Earthy 0.9 · Smoke 0.7
What's in it (10)
- 1 whole chicken
- 6 piri-piri chillies
- 4 cloves garlic
- 3 tbsp lemon juice
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp oregano
- 2 bay leaves
- salt to taste
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
Time & effort: about 45 min (20 min active) · effort: medium
Nutrition (per 100 g, engine-estimated): 53.8 kcal, 3.6 g protein, 1.4 g fat, 7.6 g carbs
Dietary: Contains meat — engine-derived; double-check anything allergy-critical.
How it's cooked (4 steps)
- Blend piri-piri chillies, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, paprika, oregano, vinegar, and salt into a fiery marinade.
- Butterfly the chicken, score the flesh, and massage marinade thoroughly all over; marinate at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Grill over hot coals or in the oven at 200C, basting frequently with the marinade, until the skin is charred and the juices run clear.
- Serve with chips and a simple salad.
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Every number above is Palate's engine-measured estimate, computed from this recipe's ingredients and techniques — not human-tasted ratings or reviews.