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Malawian Chicken Stew

Cultural Context

Originating from Malawi, this Chicken Stew reflects the country's rich agricultural heritage, utilizing locally sourced ingredients like groundnuts (peanuts) and fresh vegetables. Traditionally enjoyed during family gatherings, it embodies warmth and hospitality, often served with nsima, a staple maize porridge. Today, this dish has gained popularity beyond Malawi, celebrated for its comforting flavors and nutritious profile.

MalawianMWmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 lb hard chicken
1 large onions
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon thyme
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 tablespoon chicken spice
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 teaspoon salt
3 cloves garlic

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

peanut butter

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seed butter

Almond butter provides healthy fats while sunflower seed butter is often more affordable.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are usually less expensive.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola oil is often cheaper.

green bell pepper

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Zucchini adds nutrition, while cabbage is a budget-friendly alternative.

1

Use hard chicken from the Asian supermarket, cut into cubes

2

Chop onions and set aside

3

Add curry powder, paprika, thyme, turmeric, and chicken spice to the chicken

4

Incorporate tomato paste instead of fresh tomatoes

5

Season with salt and add minced garlic

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbrowningsimmering

Equipment Needed

large potwooden spoonknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

peanuts

Also Known As

Nkhuku ya MtedzaChicken with Groundnut Sauce

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