Caribbean Chicken Souse

scotch bonnet pepper

💰Cheaper: jalapeño

Jalapeños provide heat with a milder flavor.

lime juice

💰Cheaper: lemon juice

Lemon juice is a more accessible citrus alternative.

chicken

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Chicken thighs are often cheaper and juicier.

vinegar

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Apple cider vinegar has a similar acidity and flavor.

Get a large pan and add hot water and white vinegar, then bring it to a boil.

Wash chicken thighs and wings in lemon juice and vinegar.

Add the chicken to the boiling water with vinegar and boil for 10 minutes.

Take the chicken out and drain it.

Mix spices in a bowl: paprika, salt, white pepper, ground pimento, coriander, garlic powder, onion powder, and chicken seasoning.

Coat the boiled chicken with the spice mixture.

Clean the large pan and heat coconut oil until hot.

Add the coated chicken to the hot oil and brown it.

Stir in about two tablespoons of tomato puree and mix well.

Add chopped onion and red, golden, and green peppers to the pan and mix.

Pour in chicken stock and add more seasoning: bay leaves, paprika, pimento, coriander, onion, and garlic.

Add carrots, sweet corn, and a whole potato to the mixture.

Cover the pan and let it simmer for about 20 minutes.

After 10 minutes, add about a tablespoon of vinegar and mix.

Continue to simmer until the potatoes and carrots are soft.

Add a generous amount of fresh coriander and stir before plating.

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