How To Make Trini Style Geera Chicken Wings | Step By Step | Trinidad

scotch bonnet pepper

💰Cheaper: jalapeño

Jalapeños provide heat without the extreme spiciness of scotch bonnet.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Chicken thighs are more affordable and remain juicy during cooking.

cumin

💰Cheaper: ground coriander

Ground coriander offers a similar warm flavor profile.

Chop onions, hot pepper, and pimento into small pieces.

Cut chicken wings into three pieces each.

Wash chicken wings with flour to remove slime.

Add chopped onions, hot pepper, and lemon juice to the chicken wings.

Add green seasoning, roasted jeera, and curry powder to the chicken wings and mix well.

Marinate the chicken wings for a couple of hours if possible, or cook immediately if short on time.

Heat vegetable or canola oil in a pot.

Add chopped onions, hot pepper, and pimento to the hot oil and cook until tender (about 1-2 minutes).

Add the marinated chicken wings to the pot and let cook for 5-10 minutes, allowing the chicken to release its water.

After 5-10 minutes, add water to the pot and let the chicken cook uncovered for 20-25 minutes until the water evaporates and the sauce thickens.

Towards the end of cooking, add more roasted jeera and hot pepper to taste, and stir for 2-3 minutes before serving.

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