? CHICKEN WITH POTATOES AND PICKLED LEMONS:

INGREDIENTS:

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 white onions, chopped
  • Whole chicken, cut into pieces or chicken thighs and legs
  • 4 garlic cloves, chopped
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp ginger powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • A pinch of saffron
  • 1 large coriander bunch tied
  • 2 pickled lemons
  • 150g green olives
  • 2 to 3 medium potatoes, cut into wedges or thick slices

RECIPE:

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions, cover with a lid, and let them sweat until soft and translucent, about 10 minutes.

2. Once the onions have softened, add the chicken, garlic, spices, salt, and pepper. Turn the chicken occasionally to lightly brown it, about 10-15 minutes.

3. Pour 1 cup of water into the pot and place the coriander bouquet on top of the chicken. Bring to a boil, then cover with a lid and let simmer over medium-low heat for about 40 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked. Meanwhile chop the preserved lemon into twos.

4. After 20 minutes of the chicken cooking, add in the potatoes, chopped preserved lemon and olives, then cook for another 20 minutes over medium-low heat.

PRO TIP: If you've used a whole chicken and have the liver, add it and mash it into the sauce — it adds a rich depth of flavor.

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