Creating a feast featuring Chicken Stew, Plain Pilau, Battered Potatoes, and Kachumbari is a wonderful way to enjoy a blend of flavors and textures that are sure to satisfy. Each dish brings its own unique taste, making this combination perfect for a hearty meal. Here’s how to prepare each component:
Chicken Stew Ingredients:
- 2 lbs chicken pieces
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon curry powder (optional)
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, and bell peppers)
Plain Pilau Ingredients:
- 2 cups basmati rice
- 4 cups chicken broth or water
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon pilau masala
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 3 cardamom pods
- 2 cloves
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons oil
Battered Potatoes Ingredients:
- 4 large potatoes, sliced into wedges
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Water (as needed to make the batter)
- Oil for frying
Kachumbari Ingredients:
- 3 medium tomatoes, finely chopped
- 1 large onion, finely sliced
- 1 cucumber, finely chopped (optional)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- A handful of chopped cilantro