Piri Piri Scallop Skewers Recipe

Name: Piri Piri Scallop Skewers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups olive oil; 4 fresh jalapeno peppers, chopped; 2 fresh poblano peppers, chopped; 1 tablespoon crushed red pepper; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 12 fresh scallops, cleaned; 2 cups mango and roasted pepper salsa; Fresh cilantro sprigs

Servings: persons

1
Preheat the grill.
2
Combine all the ingredients except the garlic in a saucepan over high heat.
3
Cook stirring, for 4 minutes.
4
Stir in the garlic and remove from the heat.
5
Cool the mixture.
6
Pour the mixture into a food processor.
7
Puree the mixture until smooth.
8
Refrigerate the sauce for 7 days.
9
Place 4 scallops on each skewer.
10
Marinate the skewers in the Piri Piri for 1 hour.
11
Place the skewers on a hot grill and cook for 3 to 4 minutes on each side.
12
Bast the skewers with the sauce, occasionally.
13
Mound the salsa in the center of the plate.
14
Place the skewers directly on top of the salsa.
15
Garnish with fresh cilantro sprigs.

886

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups olive oil, 4 fresh jalapeno peppers, chopped, 2 fresh poblano peppers, chopped, 1 tablespoon crushed red pepper, and more.

Yes, Piri Piri Scallop Skewers falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Piri Piri Scallop Skewers

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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