Best 3 Portuguese Piri Piri Chicken Livers Recipes

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"Portuguese Piri Piri Chicken Livers" is a classic dish that combines the bold flavors of piri piri chili peppers with the richness of chicken livers. The piri piri chili pepper is a staple ingredient in Portuguese cuisine, known for its spicy and slightly smoky flavor. This dish can be enjoyed as an appetizer or as a main course served with rice or potatoes. The vibrant red color of the piri piri sauce is sure to make an impression on your dinner guests, and the taste is sure to leave them wanting more.

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CHICKEN LIVERS PERI PERI



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This is a spicy but succulent dish of chicken livers with a chili and vinaigrette gravy. It contains brandy as the magic ingredient. It is great for an entree or main meal. Serve with toasted bread or with fresh bread rolls, and watch your guests mop up the gravy with the bread!

Provided by FAIRDINKUM

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken

Time 2h30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 pound chicken livers, trimmed and cut into bite-size pieces
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
2 bay leaves
1 pinch salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
½ cup chicken stock
1 tablespoon brandy

Steps:

  • Place chicken livers in a large bowl, and pour in 3 tablespoons olive oil, vinegar, and lemon juice; season with garlic, cumin, coriander, chili flakes, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Stir together, and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours.
  • Remove livers to a bowl, and reserve marinade.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in onion, and cook until tender, about 7 minutes. Increase heat to medium-high, and stir in chicken livers; cook for 2 minutes, being careful not to overcook the livers. Stir in the tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, chicken stock, and the reserved marinade. Simmer gently for 5 minutes. Pour in brandy, and heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 319.1 calories, Carbohydrate 6.6 g, Cholesterol 399.3 mg, Fat 22.5 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 20.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 264.8 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

PORTUGUESE PIRI PIRI CHICKEN LIVERS



Portuguese Piri Piri Chicken Livers image

If you can get hold of piri piri seicana chillies replace the birds-eye chillies. We add 5-10 ml chillies but I suggest that you adjust to your taste.

Provided by Jean-Pierre Buys

Categories     Chicken Livers

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 kg chicken liver
2 tablespoons olive oil
5 ml ground paprika
1 ml ground cloves
2 1/2 ml ground cumin
2 ml ground black pepper
1 bay leaf
5 ml table salt
5 ml ground birds eye peppers
1 onion
2 garlic cloves
125 ml white wine

Steps:

  • Saute the chopped onion and crushed garlic in olive oil in a large pan.
  • Add all ingredients except the wine & chicken livers.
  • Add Chicken livers and fry over medium heat until browned.
  • Add the white wine and simmer on gentle heat until done.
  • Serve with rice or bread.

PORTUGUESE PIRI PIRI CHICKEN



Portuguese Piri Piri Chicken image

Posted by request; from The Complete Canadian Living Cookbook. Prep time includes LOTS of marinating time.

Provided by Lennie

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time P1DT50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons grated fresh lemon rind
3 tablespoons lemon juice
10 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons hot pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 (1 kg) lbs chicken pieces

Steps:

  • In large glass bowl, combine all ingredients except chicken; mix well.
  • Add chicken, turning to coat.
  • Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours, turning occasionally; can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours if you want to make it ahead.
  • Reserving marinade, place chicken, skin side down, on a greased grill over medium heat; close lid and cook for 10 minutes.
  • Turn and brush with marinade; cook for 30 to 40 minutes or until juices run clear when chicken is pierced.
  • For a less spicy version, replace above marinade with Portuguese Paprika Marinade: 1/3 cup dry white wine, 1 tsp grated lemon rind, 3 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp tomato paste, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp paprika, 1/4 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp hot pepper sauce, and 2 cloves of garlic, minced.

Tips:

  • To ensure the chicken livers are properly cooked, ensure they are cooked until they are no longer pink in the center.
  • For a richer flavor, use high-quality olive oil.
  • If you can't find piri piri sauce, you can make your own using chili peppers, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil.
  • Serve the chicken livers immediately with crusty bread or rice.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro for an extra pop of flavor.

Conclusion:

Portuguese piri piri chicken livers are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. The combination of piri piri sauce, garlic, and lemon creates a flavorful and slightly spicy dish that is sure to please everyone. Serve with crusty bread or rice, and enjoy!

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