African Piri – Piri Kabobs

May 16, 2023May 16, 20230 13
Spicy and flavorful African Piri-Piri Kabobs perfect for a summer barbecue
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Prep

15 min

Cook

16 min

Ready In

31 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb sweet potato
1 lb boneless venison , cut into 1 1/2 inch pieces ( I will use beef )
2 red sweet peppers , cut up
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons purchased piri-piri , spice ( or make your own with this recipe )
1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon dried oregano , crushed
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cardamom
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground piri-piri pepper or 1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
470
Sugar
5g
Fat
26g
African Piri-Piri Kabobs are inspired by the spicy flavors of African cuisine. Piri-piri spice is a popular African ingredient that is made from bird's eye chili peppers, garlic, vinegar, and other spices. This particular recipe incorporates this flavorful blend of spices into tender cuts of beef or venison, which are then skewered with sweet potato and red sweet peppers to create a mouthwatering dish. These kabobs are perfect for grilling outdoors, enjoying with friends and family, or as a meal prep option for the week ahead. They're bold, spicy, and entirely customizable to your personal taste preferences.

Instructions

1.Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
2.Peel and cut the sweet potato into small, bite-sized pieces and set aside.
3.In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, piri-piri spice, paprika, oregano, ginger, cardamom, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and ground piri-piri pepper or red pepper.
4.Add the venison or beef, sweet potato, and red sweet peppers to the bowl and toss well to coat all the ingredients in the spice mixture.
5.Thread the meat and vegetables onto skewers, alternating between the different ingredients.
6.Place the skewers on the preheated grill and cook for 6-8 minutes per side, or until the meat is cooked to your desired doneness.
7.Serve the kabobs hot with your favorite dipping sauce or side dish.

PROS

These kabobs are full of bold and spicy flavors, making them a perfect addition to any barbecue or summer party.

The sweet potato adds a sweet and savory element to the dish, while the red sweet peppers provide a pop of color and crunch.

This recipe is also easily customizable based on your personal spice preferences.

CONS

Boneless venison can be difficult to find at your local grocery store, so the recipe may require a substitution with beef or another meat.

Some people may find the spiciness level to be too intense, so make sure to adjust the amount of piri-piri spice or ground red pepper to your liking.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is relatively healthy, with the lean protein from the beef or venison and the vitamins and fiber from the sweet potato and red sweet peppers.
The piri-piri spice has been linked to aiding in digestion and boosting the immune system, making this dish a great addition to your diet.

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