Very Easy Chicken Souse (African American/Miami Variation)

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: banana pepper

Jalapeños offer heat with fewer calories, while banana peppers are milder and more accessible.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice provides similar acidity, while vinegar is often less expensive.

thyme

🥗Healthier: oregano

💰Cheaper: dried thyme

Oregano can be a healthier option with a different flavor profile, while dried thyme is more affordable.

pimento seeds

🥗Healthier: allspice

💰Cheaper: black pepper

Allspice mimics the flavor of pimento, and black pepper is a common substitute.

Boil the chicken to remove impurities, adding vinegar, lime, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper, and chicken bouillon for flavor.

Drain the boiled chicken and sear it.

Caramelize aromatics: onions, celery, green pepper, and a tablespoon of garlic.

Season the vegetables while cooking.

Add tomato paste for coloring.

Pour in chicken broth and water.

Add Mojo Creole marinade, measuring by eye.

Cut red potatoes into one-inch pieces and add them, seasoning to taste.

Add canned fire roasted diced tomatoes as a personal preference.

Squeeze in lime juice.

Boil until the potatoes are thoroughly cooked.

Cook everything for a total of about two hours.

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