Congolese Food Taba Ya Kamundele

peanut butter

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seed butter

Sunflower seed butter is often less expensive and nut-free.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: seitan

Tofu provides a plant-based option while seitan is often cheaper.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and can be made at home.

black pepper

🥗Healthier: white pepper

💰Cheaper: paprika

Paprika adds flavor with a different profile.

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

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and ginger; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add diced tomatoes and bell peppers; cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Incorporate chicken pieces; brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Mix in peanut butter until well combined with the vegetables.

Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.

Season with salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper to taste.

Add bay leaves and cover; simmer for 30-40 minutes until chicken is cooked through.

Remove bay leaves and stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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