Chicken Stew:
- Brown the chicken: In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and brown on all sides. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté: In the same pot, add onions, garlic, and ginger. Cook until softened.
- Cook: Return the chicken to the pot. Add tomatoes, tomato paste, chicken broth, paprika, and curry powder. Simmer until the chicken is cooked through. Add mixed vegetables and cook until tender.
Plain Pilau:
- Sauté spices: In a pot, heat oil. Add onions, garlic, pilau masala, cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, cloves, and bay leaf. Sauté until fragrant.
- Cook rice: Add rice and stir to coat with the spices. Pour in chicken broth. Season with salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer until rice is cooked.
Battered Potatoes:
- Prepare batter: Mix flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add water gradually until a thick batter forms.
- Coat potatoes: Dip potato wedges in the batter, ensuring they are well coated.
- Fry: Heat oil in a deep fryer or pan. Fry potatoes until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
Kachumbari:
- Mix: In a bowl, combine tomatoes, onion, cucumber, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and cilantro. Toss well.
Serving:
Arrange the Chicken Stew, Plain Pilau, Battered Potatoes, and Kachumbari on a serving platter. This meal is a celebration of flavors and textures, perfect for special occasions or a family dinner. Enjoy the delicious combination of savory, spicy, and fresh tastes!