Chicken Yassa With Vermicelli| Gambian Style | My first Video! | Dada's FoodCrave Kitchen

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while chicken thighs are more economical.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier, while vegetable oil is budget-friendly.

vermicelli

🥗Healthier: whole wheat pasta

💰Cheaper: rice noodles

Whole wheat pasta adds fiber, while rice noodles are often less expensive.

mustard

🥗Healthier: honey mustard

💰Cheaper: yellow mustard

Honey mustard offers a sweeter flavor, while yellow mustard is widely available.

Marinate chicken with lemon juice, mustard, garlic, salt, and black pepper for at least 2 hours.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add sliced onions and cook until translucent, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in green peppers and carrots, cooking for another 3-4 minutes.

Add marinated chicken to the skillet, browning on all sides for about 10 minutes.

Pour in chicken stock and add bay leaves and thyme; bring to a simmer.

Cover and cook for 30-40 minutes until chicken is tender and cooked through.

Remove chicken and let it rest before shredding.

Meanwhile, cook vermicelli according to package instructions; drain and set aside.

Return shredded chicken to the skillet, mixing well with the sauce.

Serve chicken yassa over a bed of vermicelli, garnished with parsley.

Cooking Techniques

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