Marallo with Piri Piri Sauce

Ingredients

In this Mozambican adaptation, the traditional Sicilian Marallo is enhanced with the addition of a Piri Piri sauce. The Piri Piri sauce brings a spicy and tangy flavor profile to the dish, which complements the original ingredients of pasta, tomatoes, and anchovies. This fusion of Sicilian and Mozambican cuisines creates a unique and exciting culinary experience. We alse have the original recipe for Marallo, so you can check it out.

• 250g (8.8 oz) pasta 250g (8.8 oz) pasta
• 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 tomatoes, diced 2 tomatoes, diced
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste) 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Fresh parsley, for garnish Fresh parsley, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 7g, 1g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 57g, 5g
• Protein: 9g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. 2.
   In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until translucent.
3. 3.
   Add the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, paprika, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper to the pan. Stir well to combine.
4. 4.
   Cook the sauce for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
5. 5.
   Add the cooked pasta to the pan and toss it in the sauce until well coated.
6. 6.
   Drizzle the lemon juice over the pasta and give it a final toss.
7. 7.
   Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Pasta — Cook the pasta until al dente to ensure it retains a slight bite and doesn't become mushy in the sauce.

Tips & Tricks

• Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper in the Piri Piri sauce according to your spice preference.
• For an extra burst of flavor, add some grilled shrimp or chicken to the Marallo.
• If you prefer a smoother sauce, blend the Piri Piri sauce ingredients together before adding them to the pan.

Serving advice

Serve the Mozambican Marallo hot, garnished with fresh parsley. Accompany it with a side of crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

Presentation advice

Plate the Marallo in a shallow bowl, allowing the vibrant red Piri Piri sauce to contrast beautifully with the pasta. Sprinkle some additional fresh herbs on top for an added pop of color.