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Geera Chicken Neck

Cultural Context

Geera Chicken Neck is a beloved dish in Trinidad, showcasing the island's rich culinary heritage influenced by African, Indian, and Creole flavors. Traditionally enjoyed during family gatherings, it celebrates the use of spices and local ingredients, making it a staple in many households. Today, variations exist across the Caribbean, with each region adding its unique twist to this flavorful dish.

TrinidadianTTmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 lbs washed chicken necks
1 tablespoon pimento
3 cloves garlic
1/4 cup shadow benny (cilantro)
1 medium onions
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons mustard oil
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 teaspoon jira jira powder

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

scotch bonnet pepper

💰Cheaper: jalapeño

Jalapeños provide heat at a lower cost.

cooking oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is more affordable.

lime juice

💰Cheaper: lemon juice

Lemon juice is a common substitute.

chicken necks

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Thighs are more meaty and less expensive.

1

Season washed chicken necks with pimento, garlic, shadow benny, onions, salt, pepper, mustard oil, curry powder, and jira jira powder; mix and allow to marinate.

2

Toast the jira jira seeds in a pan until fragrant, being careful not to burn them.

3

Add marinated chicken necks to the pan and stir; cover to allow the chicken to release its juices.

4

After the chicken has released its juices, add more shadow benny and cook for an additional 10 minutes before removing from heat.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbrowningsimmering

Equipment Needed

large potcutting boardknifespatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Geera Chicken Neck CurryGeera Chicken

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