Made with AI
Spicy Tanzanian Chicken Pilau
Ingredients
- basmati rice2 cups
- chicken1 pound
- onion1 large
- tomatoes2 medium
- garlic2 cloves
- ginger1 tablespoon
- ground cumin1 teaspoon
- ground coriander1 teaspoon
- ground cardamom1 teaspoon
- black pepper1 teaspoon
- cinnamon stick1 stick
- chicken broth4 cups
- vegetable oil2 tablespoons
- saltto taste
Instructions
- 1
Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- 2
Add the sliced onion and sauté until golden brown.
- 3
Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
- 4
Add the chicken pieces to the pot and cook until they are browned on all sides.
- 5
Mix in the chopped tomatoes, ground cumin, ground coriander, ground cardamom, black pepper, and the cinnamon stick.
- 6
Cook for about 5 minutes, allowing the spices to blend and the tomatoes to soften.
- 7
Add the basmati rice to the pot, stirring well to coat the rice with the spices and oil.
- 8
Pour in the chicken broth and add salt to taste.
- 9
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 20 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
- 10
Remove from heat and let it sit covered for an additional 5 minutes.
- 11
Fluff the rice with a fork before serving.
