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Senegalese Thieboudienne

Cultural Context

Thieboudienne is a cornerstone of Senegalese cuisine, originating from the coastal regions where fish is abundant. This dish symbolizes community and sharing, often served during family gatherings and celebrations. It reflects the rich culinary heritage of Senegal, blending local ingredients and flavors. Today, Thieboudienne is cherished not only in Senegal but also in various West African communities and beyond, showcasing the country's vibrant food culture.

SenegaleseSNmain
120 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
Prawns
chicken thighs
3 garlic cloves
2 deseeded chili
1 red chili
2 tbsp olive oil
handful of roughly chopped parsley
1 or 2 teaspoons of peri peri sauce or Habanero sauce or pepper
3 tbsp olive oil
2 onions chopped
salt
pepper
3 tbsp tomato paste
1 cup of chicken stock or 1 chicken stock cube & 1 cup of water
2 seasoning cubes (maggie or chicken)
5 grated tomatoes
1 tbsp chicken spice
1 tbsp parsley dry herbs
2 carrots cut in chunks
1 tbsp butter
1/2 lemon
1 1/2 cup of rice (basmati)
2 cups of rice

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken

Tofu is plant-based and lower in cholesterol, while chicken is often less expensive.

rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: bulgur

Quinoa is a protein-rich alternative, while bulgur is often less costly.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil offers healthy fats, while vegetable oil is budget-friendly.

tomatoes

🥗Healthier: fresh tomatoes

💰Cheaper: canned tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes are nutritious, while canned are more affordable.

1

Blend together or use a mortar to mix garlic, chili, olive oil, parsley, and peri peri sauce to marinate the prawns and chicken for 30 minutes or more.

2

Heat 3 tbsp of olive oil in a pan and sauté the chopped onions until translucent.

3

Add the marinated chicken thighs to the pan, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.

4

Stir in 3 tbsp of tomato paste, 1 cup of chicken stock (or cube and water), and 5 grated tomatoes, along with chicken spice and parsley dry herbs.

5

Add the carrots cut in chunks and cook until the chicken is done.

6

In a separate pan, heat 1 tbsp of butter and 1 tbsp of olive oil, then add the marinated prawns, cooking for about 5-7 minutes until cooked through, seasoning with salt, pepper, and 1/2 lemon juice.

7

For the rice, use the sauce from cooking the chicken and add 1 1/2 cups of basmati rice, cooking according to package instructions.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingsautéingsteaming

Equipment Needed

panmortarlarge potknifecutting boardspatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Thiebou DjenCeebu Jën

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