Guinea-Bissau Peanut Chicken Stew Recipe

Delicious Bissau-Guinean Peanut Chicken Stew

Embark on a culinary journey to Guinea-Bissau with this sumptuous Bissau-Guinean Peanut Chicken Stew. This dish encapsulates the rich, earthy flavors characteristic of the region, blending the nutty essence of peanuts with the rich flavors of chicken and a medley of spices. This dish, perfect for an omnivore’s palate, offers a tantalizing complexity, perfect for a bustling dinner or a special occasion. Savor the taste of West African culinary heritage with each delightful bite, and treat your taste buds to an unforgettable experience.

Serves: 2, Difficulty: Expert

Preparation Time: 30 minutes, Cooking Time: 1 hour

Ingredients

• 300 grams of chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 200 grams of tomatoes, chopped
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 chili pepper, chopped
• 50 grams of ground peanuts (or peanut butter)
• 200 ml of water
• 1 teaspoon of salt
• 1 teaspoon of black pepper
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• 1 teaspoon of ginger (ground)
• 1 teaspoon of coriander
• 100 grams of white rice

Method

• Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, sautéing until the onion turns translucent.
• Incorporate the chicken pieces, and cook until browned on all sides.
• Stir in the chopped tomatoes and chili pepper, cooking until the tomatoes begin to break down, for about 5 minutes.
• Add the ground peanuts, salt, black pepper, ground ginger, and coriander, mixing until well blended.
• Pour in the water, and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat and let it simmer, uncovered, for about 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the flavors meld together.
• In a separate pot, cook the white rice according to package instructions until it is fluffy and tender.
• Once the stew is ready, serve it hot over a bed of cooked white rice.

Tips

• For a deeper flavor, marinate the chicken with salt and pepper for an hour before cooking.
• Adjust the chili pepper according to your heat preference for a milder or spicier stew.

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