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Poulet Moambé

Poulet Moambé
Congo
⏱ — min. Serves: —

Ingredients

  • For the Poulet Moambé:
  • 1 whole chicken (about 3-4 lbs), cut into pieces
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or palm oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter or ground peanuts
  • 1/2 cup palm oil (optional, can use more vegetable oil if preferred)
  • 1-2 hot peppers, chopped (optional, for extra spice)
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon ground paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish

Instructions

Prepare the Chicken

Season the chicken pieces with salt and black pepper.

Sear the Chicken

Heat the vegetable oil or palm oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.

Add the chicken pieces and brown them on all sides. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.

Cook the Base

In the same pot, add the chopped onions, minced garlic, and minced ginger. Sauté until the onions are translucent and fragrant.

Add Tomatoes and Spices

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, ground paprika, ground cumin, and dried thyme.

Cook for a few minutes, allowing the tomatoes to blend with the spices.

Add Peanut Butter

Stir in the peanut butter or ground peanuts, mixing well to combine.

Add Broth and Chicken

Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.

Return the browned chicken pieces to the pot, making sure they are submerged in the sauce.

Simmer

Reduce the heat to low and let the dish simmer for about 45-60 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.

Add Hot Peppers (Optional)

If using hot peppers, add them during the last 15 minutes of cooking.

Finish and Serve

Adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper to taste.

Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro before serving.

Enjoy your meal!