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Poulet DG

Cultural Context

Originating from Cameroon, Poulet DG, or 'Director General Chicken', is a celebratory dish often served at special occasions. It reflects the country's culinary heritage, combining local ingredients like plantains and spices to create a hearty meal. Today, it is enjoyed not only in Cameroon but also in various African communities worldwide, showcasing the rich flavors of Central African cuisine.

CameroonianCMmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
chicken
seasoning powder
seasoned salt
oil
red bell pepper
carrots
green beans
tomatoes
onions
ginger garlic paste
white pepper
curry powder
water
5 ripe plantains
green onion
parsley

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner while chicken thighs are more affordable.

plantains

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: regular potatoes

Sweet potatoes offer similar sweetness with more nutrients.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Olive oil is healthier while sunflower oil is often cheaper.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Homemade broth is healthier and can be made from scraps.

1

Cut chicken into smaller bite-sized chunks.

2

Season chicken with chicken seasoning and seasoned salt.

3

Add oil to the air fryer and place a paper layer before air frying the chicken.

4

Air fry chicken at 400°F for 30 minutes, flipping halfway through.

5

Dice tomatoes and onions, then set aside.

6

Check on the chicken; once fully air fried, set aside.

7

Peel and slice 5 ripe plantains into bite-sized pieces.

8

Deep fry plantain slices until golden brown, then drain on absorbent paper.

9

In a hot pot, add cooking oil (using some from frying plantains).

10

Cook diced tomatoes and onions until some water dries off.

11

Add tomato paste, ginger garlic paste, salt, seasoning powder, white pepper, and curry powder.

12

Add green beans, red bell pepper, and carrots; add a little water for gravy.

13

Let the veggies soften for about 2-3 minutes, avoiding overcooking.

14

Add the fried plantains and air-fried chicken to the pot.

15

Mix everything until well combined and let it steam on low heat for about 2 minutes.

16

Serve immediately.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingsautéingbraisingfrying

Equipment Needed

air fryerhot potcutting boardknifespatulaabsorbent paper

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

nut-free

Also Known As

Chicken DGPoulet Directeur Général

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