How to make Chicken Moqueca straight from Brazil [something new to try] - Episode 3

dendê oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil provides a lighter flavor and is more widely available.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk reduces calories while maintaining a creamy texture.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are often more affordable.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: green onions

Parsley offers a similar fresh flavor and is often less expensive.

Sauté 1 large onion, small sprig of ginger, and 2 teaspoons of paprika for 1 minute.

Add 3 teaspoons of minced garlic and sauté for another 3-4 minutes.

Stir in 1/2 red bell pepper, 1 yellow bell pepper, and 3 small crushed tomatoes, and simmer for 5-10 minutes.

Pour in 4 milliliters of coconut milk and let simmer for 15-20 minutes on medium heat.

Fry seasoned chicken with salt, pepper, and rosemary leaves until cooked.

Add the fried chicken to the stew and cover to simmer for another 20 minutes.

Squeeze in the juice of 1/2 lemon and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Cook 1 cup of basmati rice with 2 cups of water, garlic, unsalted butter, and olive oil until done.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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