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Poulet DG

Cultural Context

Originating from Cameroon, Poulet DG, or 'Director General Chicken', is a celebratory dish often served at special occasions. It reflects the country's culinary heritage, combining local ingredients like plantains and spices to create a hearty meal. Today, it is enjoyed not only in Cameroon but also in various African communities worldwide, showcasing the rich flavors of Central African cuisine.

CameroonianCMmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
3 plantains
2 lbs chicken
1 large onion
4 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon black pepper
2 cups tomato blend
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
2 carrots
1 bell pepper
2 cups chicken stock
2 spring onions

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner while chicken thighs are more affordable.

plantains

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: regular potatoes

Sweet potatoes offer similar sweetness with more nutrients.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Olive oil is healthier while sunflower oil is often cheaper.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Homemade broth is healthier and can be made from scraps.

1

Heat oil in a pan and fry the plantain until done, then remove it from the pan.

2

Fry the chicken that has been cooked and seasoned to the creator's liking.

3

Sauté chopped onions and add garlic and pepper, frying for a bit.

4

Add the tomato blend to the pan and mix well, optionally covering it to prevent spills.

5

Once the oil floats on top, the mixture is done frying.

6

Season with no seasoning salt, paprika, and a little Korean seasoning.

7

Add chopped carrots and stir, allowing to fry for a minute.

8

Incorporate chopped bell peppers (red, yellow, and green) and mix everything together.

9

Add the fried plantain and mix well with the other ingredients.

10

Add the fried chicken to the mixture and pour in chicken stock, mixing thoroughly.

11

Cover the pan for about a minute to allow the flavors to combine without losing the crunch of the vegetables.

12

Finally, add chopped spring onions, mix well, and the dish is ready.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingsautéingbraisingfrying

Equipment Needed

large potfrying pancutting boardknifespatulameasuring spoons

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Chicken DGPoulet Directeur Général

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