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East African Kuku Paka

This East Africa Kuku Paka is a rich and creamy chicken  curry dish with tons of flava And you can get everything from regular grocery stores. Chicken pieces marinated in spices and served in a coconut sauce that tastes like an Indian curry except it’s African! If you’re a fan of exotic flavors and love diverse cuisines then Kuku Paka should be on your must-try list, enjoy.
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Prep Time 12 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: African
Ingredients Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2-3 lbs bone in chicken thighs cut into pieces
  • 2 Tbsp vegetable oil
  • Juice of one lemon
  • 1 large onion finely chopped
  • 2 tomatoes diced
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 inch piece of ginger grated
  • 2 green chilies chopped
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1 cup Coconut milk
  • Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine chicken thighs with lemon juice and a pinch of salt.
  2. Let chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes to help tenderize chicken and infuse flava.
  3. In a large skillet or Dutch oven, add oil on medium heat.
  4. Sear chicken on all sides for 5-7 minutes until lightly browned. Set aside.
  5. In the same Dutch oven add onions and saute until softened and golden brown.
  6. Add garlic and grated ginger.
  7. Saute for another minute until fragrant.
  8. Reduce heat to low and add cumin, ground coriander, turmeric, paprika and garam masala.
  9. Stir for a minute to release flavors.
  10. Add tomatoes and chilies.
  11. Stir in and cook until tomatoes softened and release juices.
  12. Return chicken thighs back to the mix.
  13. Pour in Coconut milk, stir and allow to gently simmer for 20-25 minutes covered.
  14. Stir occasionally. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  15. Remove lid and continue to simmer another 20 minutes as sauce thickens.
  16. Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with fresh chopped coriander leaves over white rice and...

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