In the mood to spice up regular fries? Spice up your taste buds with Try Peri Fries, a perfect combination of French fries with the flavour of golden, crispy fries and the zest of peri-peri sauce. Spiced with chilli, garlic, paprika, and fresh herbs, the fries are maximally satisfying in their taste. You can find Peri Fries in Mississauga, Multan, Manchester, or Melbourne, but wherever you are in the world, it has become a universal favourite snack.
Ideal as a spicy side or a snack all on its own, Peri Fries establishes the feeling of global street food on your plate. Their spicy taste and enjoyable bite are a must-have in the list of food lovers seeking something happening. They can be made within the comforts of home (or ordered at your favourite restaurant), and they are a great accompaniment to burgers, wraps, or grilled meats.
The next time you feel like having something hot and tasty, you might want to avoid the ordinary fries and grab a Peri Fries instead, a delicious snack, talking spice.
What are Peri Fries?
Peri Fries Crispy French fries that are sprinkled with peri-peri or spice blend, a blend of chilli, paprika, lemon zest, garlic, and herbs. Of Portuguese-African origin and popularised by restaurants such as Nando, it is a spicy, street-style style and delicious fry that is sure to be a hit with guests.
Why you will love Peri Fries
- Daring & Spicy: Chilli, Garlic, and zesty to the brim
- Crispy & Crunchy: Crispy golden brown each time
- Easy and Fast to prepare: Can be made in less than 30 minutes
- Pairs with Anything: Excellent with burgers, wraps or as a snack
- Family Favourite: regardless of age, from kids to adults, they love them
Ingredients:
Ingredient | Quantity |
Potatoes (large) | 2–3, peeled & cut |
Cornflour or rice flour | 2 tbsp |
Salt | To taste |
Oil | For frying |
Peri-peri seasoning | 2–3 tsp |
Lemon juice | 1 tbsp |
Garlic powder (optional) | ½ tsp |
Paprika (optional) | ½ tsp |
Fresh coriander | For garnish |
How to Make Peri Fries (Step-by-Step)
1. Cut & Soak
Cut potatoes and cook them into fries. If there is too much starch on them, soak in cold water for 20 to 30 minutes.
2. Dry & Dust
Dry the fries well. Coat with cornflour and salt to have a light, crispy coating.
3. Bake & Fry / Air Fry
Deep-fry until golden or air-fry at 200°C (390 °) for 15 – 20 minutes until crisp.
4. Add the Taste
As fries cook, mix them in peri-peri seasoning, lemon juice, garlic powder, and paprika.
5. Garnish & Serve
Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves and serve at once with garlic mayonnaise, mint chutney, or ketchup.
Best Pairings for Peri Fries
- Peri Chicken Burgers
- Grilled Wraps or Shawarma’s
- BBQ Wings or Tandoori Chicken
- Cheese sauce or Garlic Mayo
- Mint Lemonade or Ice Soda
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is Peri Fries?
In their preparation, regular French fries are peri-peri tossed, meaning they are coated in the spicy peri-peri mix, which contains chilli, garlic, lemon zest, and herbs.
2. Are Peri fries hot?
They are not very spicy, and you may vary the spiciness by either underseasoning or adding more peri-peri seasoning.
3. Is it possible to fry Peri Fries?
Yes! They can be air-fried and baked, which is healthier but still worthwhile in taste and crispiness.
4. What is the best to accompany Peri Fries?
They are very good to serve with hamburgers, wraps, grilled chicken and dips such as garlic mayo or cheese sauce.
5. How can I keep leftover Peri Fries?
Yes, store them in an airtight container and warm them up in an oven or air fryer to obtain the crispiness.
Final Thoughts:
Peri Fries are not any regular fries but a spicy jolt of a mixture of flavour, crunch, as well as spice with every bite. Be it at home or bought in your favourite restaurant, they are the ultimate snack for every lover of spice in their cuisine. Fast, easy to modify and simply addictive, Peri Fries are the thing that will take your normal fries to the next level. Therefore, the next time you want something exciting to eat, trade in the brand and enhance its flavour with Peri Fries; your taste buds will not want to thank you.
