About Us

About Tio Zé Piri Piri

Made from a family recipe, Tio Zé products are full-bodied, aromatic and deliver a lingering citrus flavour with a slow, satisfying burn. We take pride in being 100% natural with no added preservatives, artificial flavours, colourants, emulsifiers or stabilizers.

Authentic – Our process is slow, meticulous, and packed with tradition because there are no shortcuts when it comes to making original piri piri.
Artisanal – Made in small batches, each bottle is made by hand using only fresh, high-quality ingredients: African Bird’s Eye chilies, fresh garlic, fresh lemon juice, non-GMO sunflower oil, a blend of spices, and fleur de sel (salt).
No Compromises– No shortcuts ever such as bottled lemon juice, vinegar, water, canola oil, or pre-minced garlic. No preservatives or additives.
A Spicey Range – From Mild Hot to Extra Hot, plus our smooth piri piri oil, to complement—not overpower—any dish.
Health-Conscious – No artificial additives, only natural ingredients, vegan, gluten-free, and keto-friendly
Sustainable & Thoughtful – Eco-conscious from sourcing to packaging—because flavour should come with responsibility.
Rooted in Origin – Inspired by Mozambican culinary heritage, our piri piri captures the bold heat and brightness of its homeland.

Product Overview

Tio Zé products are vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, carb/keto-friendly, low sodium and no added sugar.

Tio Zé’s flavour and heat profiles live on in both our original 250ml bottles and our newer 260ml jars. The jars came about because many customers told us that the first thing they did after receiving their order was tip the sauce into a jar — it’s simply easier to spoon out than pour.

So we listened. But when we told everyone we were moving to jars, just as many said, “Wait… we love the bottles.” So now, we have both.

The only noticeable difference between “original” and “chunky” is the texture. To make the most of the jar’s wider opening, the “smoosh” is chunkier — dialling up that full, hearty, Tio Zé experience.

A Taste of Tio Zé

Heat Levels

MildHot, HotHot, HotHotHot — a flavour for every taste.

Product Variations

Jars, bottles, sample packs, gift bundles, and catering sizes.

Try Our Sample Box

Experience the vibrant flavours of Tio Zé with our exclusive Sample Box. Order today at no charge for the products – just cover the delivery. It’s the perfect way to taste our signature sauces and oil before committing to full-sized bottles.