Traditional Portuguese Piri Piri Sauce for Chicken Recipe

Traditional Portuguese Piri Piri Sauce for Chicken has a very high-calorie, average-carb, very high-fat and average-protein content.

The food contains 17.6g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and low in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. With 3.4 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its very high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's low MUFA and low PUFA.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a very high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.

It belongs to Portuguese cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Traditional Portuguese Piri Piri Sauce for Chicken has been given a composite ranking of 31, and in moderation.