Mukbang: Belizean Stew Chicken & Curry Rice | Lunch Date at Lucille's

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

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

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos is often more affordable.

black pepper

🥗Healthier: white pepper

💰Cheaper: ground pepper

White pepper provides a different flavor profile, while ground pepper is more common.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: serrano pepper

Jalapeños are milder and easier to find, while serrano peppers add heat.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion, garlic, and bell pepper; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Season chicken with thyme, allspice, and black pepper; add to the pot.

Brown the chicken on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Stir in tomato sauce, soy sauce, and lime juice; mix well.

Add chopped carrots and potatoes to the pot.

Pour in water until chicken is submerged; add bay leaves and scotch bonnet pepper.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low; cover and simmer for 45 minutes.

Check chicken for tenderness; cook longer if necessary.

Remove bay leaves and scotch bonnet pepper before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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