Belizean Chimole/ Black Dinna

black recado paste

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: cocoa powder + spices

Homemade blend can reduce sodium and preservatives.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: pork

Turkey is leaner, while pork can be more affordable.

Cut up and wash a 5 lbs whole chicken with lemon.

In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil.

Cook the chicken for about 15 minutes.

Dissolve 2 to 3 oz of black recado paste in 4 cups of water to make the broth.

Add the black recado broth to the pot along with another 4 cups of water.

Add the chopped bell pepper, onion, and 4 small cut-up potatoes to the pot.

Stir well and let it come to a boil for about 10 minutes.

Add 2 tablespoons of all-purpose Maggi seasoning and let it boil for another 10 minutes.

Add 6 boiled eggs (peeled) to the soup and stir.

Let it boil for 15 minutes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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