TANJIA WITH CHICKEN RECIPE I MOROCCAN COOKING WITH FAOUZIA

preserved lemon

🥗Healthier: fresh lemon

💰Cheaper: lemon juice

Fresh lemon provides acidity but lacks the depth of flavor.

almonds

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds are a budget-friendly option.

Wash the chicken with lemon and soak it in water for one hour.

Drain the chicken and set it aside.

In a pressure cooker, add olive oil and heat it up.

Add minced garlic and ginger, sautéing until fragrant.

Add 2 tablespoons of coriander and 2 chopped onions, cooking until the onions are translucent.

Add 2 tablespoons of paprika and 1 teaspoon of cumin, stirring well.

Add the chicken to the pot and sear it for about 5 minutes until browned.

Add chopped carrots and potatoes, mixing them with the chicken and spices.

Pour in enough water to cover the chicken and vegetables, about 2-3 cups.

Seal the pressure cooker and cook for 20 minutes on high pressure.

Once done, release the pressure and open the lid carefully.

Stir in chopped fresh cilantro and adjust seasoning if needed.

Serve hot, garnished with preserved lemon slices.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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