KÉDJÉNOU – Ivory Coast - Delicious african recipe - KÉDJÉNOU – Côte d’Ivoire - Recette africaine

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: pork

Turkey is leaner, while pork is often less expensive.

palm oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is usually more affordable.

Heat palm oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes

Stir in minced garlic and ginger; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant

Add diced tomatoes and bell peppers; cook for 3-4 minutes until softened

Season with thyme, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper

Add chicken pieces, coating them well with the mixture

Cover and cook for 15 minutes, allowing the chicken to brown slightly

Pour in water to cover the chicken; bring to a simmer

Add chopped carrots and eggplant; stir to combine

Cover and simmer gently for 30-40 minutes until chicken is tender

Adjust seasoning with salt and hot pepper to taste

Serve hot with rice or fufu

Cooking Techniques

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