Peri Peri Chicken Wrap (South African)

Peri peri chicken wrap is a popular South African dish that combines the flavors of spicy peri peri chicken with the comfort of a warm flour tortilla. This recipe serves 4 and can be adjusted according to taste.

Ingredients

Proteins

• 500g boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips

Marinade

• 2 tbsp peri peri seasoning
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp garlic, minced
• 1 tsp ginger, grated
• Salt and pepper to taste

Tortillas

• 4 large flour tortillas

Vegetables

• 1 cup mixed greens (lettuce, spinach, arugula)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup sliced red onion
• 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Sauces

• 2 tbsp peri peri sauce
• 1 tbsp mayonnaise
• 1 tsp hot sauce (optional)

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Peri Peri Sauce

Mix the following:

• 100g chili peppers, seeded and chopped
• 50g lemon juice
• 25g olive oil
• 10g garlic, minced
• 5g ginger, grated
• Salt and pepper to taste

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Recipe Steps

1. Prepare the Marinade

In a large bowl, whisk together peri peri seasoning, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and ginger. Add the chicken strips and mix until they are evenly coated with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.

2. Grill the Chicken

Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting any excess liquid drip off. Grill the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, or until it is cooked through and slightly charred.

3. Warm the Tortillas

Wrap the tortillas in a damp paper towel and microwave for 20-30 seconds, or until they are warm and pliable.

4. Assemble the Wraps

Spread mayonnaise on each tortilla, leaving a small border around the edges. Arrange the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, feta cheese, and chopped cilantro in the center of each tortilla. Slice the grilled

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