Arabic Chiken Salona / Emirati chicken stew / Dajaj Salona

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while thighs are more economical.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola is often cheaper.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with bouillon

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, and bouillon is cost-effective.

bell peppers

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Zucchini is lower in calories, while cabbage is often less expensive.

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent.

Stir in minced garlic and ginger and cook until fragrant.

Add chicken pieces and brown on all sides.

Mix in tomato paste, chopped tomatoes, potato, and carrots.

Sprinkle cumin, coriander, turmeric, and cinnamon stick over the mixture.

Pour in hot water; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until chicken is tender.

Adjust seasoning with salt to taste.

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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