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Guinea Fowl Red Stew

Cultural Context

Originating from Niger, Guinea Fowl Red Stew is a cherished dish that showcases the rich culinary traditions of the Sahel region. Traditionally prepared for special occasions, it highlights the use of local ingredients like guinea fowl, which is prized for its flavor and tenderness. Today, this dish is enjoyed in various forms across West Africa, with adaptations reflecting local tastes and ingredient availability.

NigerienNEmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1.5 lbs guinea fowl
2 medium onions
4 medium tomatoes
2 bell peppers
4 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon ginger
2 medium carrots
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 cups chicken broth
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon thyme
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup cilantro
2 tablespoons lemon juice

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

guinea fowl

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: turkey

Chicken is more widely available and less expensive.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats, while sunflower oil is budget-friendly.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water with bouillon cubes

Homemade broth is healthier and richer in flavor.

cayenne pepper

🥗Healthier: paprika

💰Cheaper: red pepper flakes

Paprika offers flavor without the heat, while red pepper flakes are often cheaper.

1

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

2

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes

3

Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute

4

Add chopped tomatoes and bell peppers, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes

5

Season with salt, black pepper, thyme, and cayenne pepper, stirring to combine

6

Add guinea fowl pieces to the pot, browning on all sides, about 8-10 minutes

7

Pour in chicken broth and add bay leaves, bringing to a simmer

8

Cover and cook on low heat for 45 minutes, until guinea fowl is tender

9

Add chopped carrots and cook for an additional 15 minutes

10

Stir in lemon juice and chopped cilantro just before serving

11

Serve hot with rice or bread

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbrowningsimmering

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Guinea Fowl StewPoule au Pot

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