"POULET AUX NOIX", " POULÈ AK NWA" (The Authentic Haitian Cashew Chicken)

cashew nuts

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: peanuts

Almonds are a healthier nut option, while peanuts are more affordable.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, and using water with bouillon is budget-friendly.

Wash and season the chicken with salt, vinegar, and lime juice.

Add all spices including epis, mustard, and creole seasoning to the chicken.

Cut the tomato and add it to the seasoned chicken.

Boil the cashew nuts while preparing the chicken.

Heat oil in a pot and add sugar until it caramelizes slightly.

Add the chicken to the pot to sear for color, then cover to simmer.

Add water to the pot to help cook the chicken and enhance the color.

Cook the chicken for about 30-45 minutes, adding more water if necessary.

Once the chicken is cooked, add the boiled cashew nuts to the pot.

Add bouillon powder and mix well.

Add 1.5 cups of water for sauce.

Add bell peppers, habanero pepper, parsley, and thyme to the pot.

Taste and adjust seasoning with more lime juice and garlic pepper paste as needed.

Add butter for richness and let simmer until flavors meld.

Finally, add onions and turn off the stove, letting it sit to finish cooking.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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