My first ever encounter with Pilipili ya Kukaanga was when I tried a coastarian street food,I loved the tanginess of the sauce and really enjoyed. They are well known for their spicy, fragrant and yummy Swahili cuisines. From bhajia, biryani, achari, mabuyu, mahamri, pilau, samosa, pilipili ya maembe.
Pilipili ya kukaanga is simply a delicious chili sauce that is used to accompany dishes like Pilau, Biryani among other delicious Coastal delicacies.This is my simpler version but you can get as detailed as you like, you can add different spices, herbs, and vegetables like bell peppers. Anything goes but the chillies are what is constant, so it depends how hot you want it to be!
INGREDIENTS
- Garlic cloves
- Lemon
- Scotch bonnet (you can use regular chillies
- Salt
- Ginger
- Onions
- Water
- Red capsicum
- Tomatoes
- Oil
METHOD
- Blend all ingredients except lemon and oil.
- In a pan,heat cooking oil and add in the blended mixture.
- Add in the lemon juice and stir until well mixed.
- Cook on low heat while stirring occasionally until all water dries up.Add salt and any other spice of your choice.
- Taste for seasoning and adjust if necessary.Remove from heat and let it cool before storing.
Pilipili Ya Kukaanga Recipe
Instructions
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Blend all ingredients except lemon and oil.
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In a pan,heat cooking oil and add in the blended mixture.
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Add in the lemon juice and stir until well mixed.
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Cook on low heat while stirring occasionally until all water dries up.Add salt and any other spice of your choice.Cook on low heat while stirring occasionally until all water dries up.Add salt and any other spice of your choice.
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Taste for seasoning and adjust if necessary.Remove from heat and let it cool before storing.
Pilipili,Pilipili ya kukaanga,Red chilli chutney
