A Malawian local dish/ local chicken. #cooking #food #itsmaureen #recipe #malawiandish #localchi

whole chicken

🥗Healthier: skinless chicken

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Skinless chicken reduces fat content while thighs are often less expensive.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Olive oil provides healthier fats, while sunflower oil is often cheaper.

curry powder

🥗Healthier: garam masala

💰Cheaper: spices mix

Garam masala offers a similar flavor profile with potentially less sodium.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: herb seasoning

Dried herbs are longer-lasting and often more affordable.

Clean the chicken and pat dry with paper towels.

Marinate the chicken with lemon juice, garlic, ginger, and salt for at least 30 minutes.

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in chopped tomatoes, green pepper, and cook for another 5 minutes.

Add the marinated chicken to the pot and brown on all sides, about 10 minutes.

Pour in chicken stock and add bay leaves and curry powder.

Cover and simmer for 30-40 minutes, until chicken is cooked through.

Remove the chicken and let it rest for a few minutes before carving.

Serve with rice or nsima, garnished with fresh herbs.

Cooking Techniques

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