Houmous with PERi-PERi Drizzle
Smooth, creamy houmous topped with a fiery PERi-PERi oil drizzle and served with warm pita bread triangles. This starter features house-made chickpea houmous garnished with a signature PERi-PERi oil that adds a medium spice kick. The dish includes a generous portion of warm, soft pita triangles for dipping. Nando’s Houmous with PERi-PERi Drizzle serves 2-4 people comfortably. Order this popular starter to begin your Nando’s meal with a perfect balance of creamy and spicy flavors!
Price: £4.95
Serves: 2 – 3
Ingredients:
Houmous Base:
- Chickpeas
- Tahini (sesame seed paste)
- Lemon juice
- Garlic
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Salt
PERi-PERi Drizzle:
- African Bird’s Eye Chili infused oil
- Garlic
- Lemon
- Mixed herbs
- Paprika
Pita Bread:
- Wheat flour
- Yeast
- Salt
- Olive oil
Allergens:
- Sesame in the tahini used for houmous
- Gluten in the pita bread
- Sulfites in the PERi-PERi oil as preservatives
This dish is prepared in kitchens that also handle milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, fish, and soy products. The British Allergy Foundation (2023) recommends individuals with severe allergies request detailed information from restaurant staff.
Is Houmous with PERi-PERi Drizzle suitable for dietary restrictions?
Yes. This starter is:
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Dairy-free
- Egg-free
Nando’s does not currently offer gluten-free pita alternatives. The houmous itself contains no gluten, but cross-contamination may occur during preparation.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (150g):
- Calories: 425kcal
- Protein: 12g
- Total Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fiber: 7g
- Sugar: 2g
- Salt: 1.5g
Based on a 2,000 calorie adult daily requirement.
The UK Food Standards Agency (2023) recommends consuming less than 6g of salt daily. This starter provides 25% of your daily recommended salt intake.
FAQs:
How spicy is the PERi-PERi Drizzle?
Medium spice level. The PERi-PERi Drizzle ranks as a “Medium” on Nando’s heat scale. The International Chili Scale (2023) classifies it between 1,000-5,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU). This provides noticeable warmth without overwhelming heat, making it accessible to most diners.
Can I customize the spice level of Houmous with PERi-PERi Drizzle?
Yes. Nando’s allows customers to request houmous without the PERi-PERi Drizzle for a milder option. Alternatively, you can request extra drizzle or a hotter PERi-PERi sauce variant for increased spiciness. These customizations come at no additional charge.
How many people does one order serve?
2-4 people. One order includes approximately 100g of houmous,15ml of PERi-PERi Drizzle, and 4 pita triangles (about 50g). The British Nutrition Foundation (2023) suggests this portion size makes an ideal starter for sharing among 2-4 people.
Is Houmous with PERi-PERi Drizzle available for takeaway?
Yes. Nando’s offers this starter for both dine-in and takeaway orders. The components are packaged separately to maintain freshness and texture. The item remains available through major food delivery platforms including Deliveroo, UberEats, and JustEat where Nando’s delivery service operates.
