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Lobia Chicken

Cultural Context

Originating from Tajikistan, Lobia Chicken is a comforting dish that highlights the region's agricultural bounty, particularly black-eyed peas. Traditionally, it's prepared during family gatherings and celebrations, symbolizing abundance and togetherness. In modern kitchens, variations may include different meats or spices, reflecting personal tastes and regional influences.

TajikTJmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1/2 cup oil
1 - 1/2 cups chopped onion
250 grams chicken
1 tbsp ginger & garlic paste
3/4 tsp red chili powder
1 tsp salt
1 tsp coriander powder
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
2 cups tomato puree
5 - 6 red chili
1 tbsp fenugreek leaves
2 tbsp hot chili sauce
1 - 1/2 cups boiled white beans
1 cup white beans stock
1 tsp ground spices powder
1 tsp crushed cumin seeds

black-eyed peas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Lentils are nutritious and often more affordable.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are budget-friendly.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Olive oil offers health benefits, while sunflower oil is economical.

parsley

🥗Healthier: cilantro

💰Cheaper: green onions

Cilantro adds flavor, while green onions are less expensive.

1

Heat oil in a pan.

2

Add chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.

3

Add chicken pieces and cook until browned.

4

Stir in ginger & garlic paste and cook for a minute.

5

Add red chili powder, salt, coriander powder, turmeric powder, and mix well.

6

Pour in the tomato puree and cook until the oil separates.

7

Add red chili, fenugreek leaves, and hot chili sauce.

8

Stir in boiled white beans and white beans stock, and bring to a simmer.

9

Add ground spices powder and crushed cumin seeds, and cook for a few more minutes.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmeringbrowning

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

LobiaBlack-eyed Peas Chicken

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