MUAMBA DE GALINHA (ANGOLAN CHICKEN STEW)

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This is the national dish of Angola, at least according to Wikipedia. It gets is characteristic flavor from red palm oil which gets its color from lycopene. It is also antioxidant rich and studies have shown it can help prevent heart disease by regulating the balance between good and bad cholesterol. You can find it in health food stores. Serve this dish with boiled yuca (cassava) or over rice. Prep time does not include marinating time.

Provided by threeovens

Categories     Stew

Time 2h20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (1 lemon)
4 garlic cloves, crushed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1 chicken, quartered
1/2 cup red palm oil
3 onions, chopped
1 chili pepper, left intact
3 tomatoes, quartered
1 lb butternut squash or 1 lb pumpkin, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
1 cup chicken broth
1/2 lb frozen okra, thawed

Steps:

  • Combine lemon juice, 2 of the garlic cloves, salt, and chili powder; rub all over chicken and marinate at least 1 hour up to overnight.
  • Heat oil in a Dutch oven, over medium heat, and brown chicken on all sides, in batches, if necessary.
  • Add onion, remaining garlic, chili pepper and tomatoes; bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat, and simmer until chicken is tender, about 1 hour.
  • Add squash, chicken broth, and okra; coom until vegetables are tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Serve with boiled yuca or over rice.

Masum Mahi
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I will definitely be making this dish again and again.


Lonely Gamer
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This is one of the best recipes I've ever tried.


Micheline Mikouo
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I'm so glad I tried this recipe.


Md Soikat
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This dish is worth the effort.


sadro jnr
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I highly recommend this recipe.


Delen Hilario
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This is a must-try recipe.


Vvvgggcx Vvxfhhh
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I can't wait to make this dish again.


emooka jan
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This dish is perfect for a cold winter night.


Lena
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The sauce is so flavorful and rich.


Rohim Islam
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I love the way the chicken falls off the bone in this dish.


DCS Matty
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This is the best Angolan chicken stew I've ever had.


Robet Tebor
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I made this dish for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it.


Deli Clemzs
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again and again.


Victoria Guerra
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I'm always looking for new and exciting recipes to try, and this one definitely fit the bill. It was so delicious and easy to make.


Md Mobarok
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great way to introduce your family to Angolan cuisine.


shakhawath chowdhury
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's made with just a few ingredients, but it's so flavorful.


Abrar Mehboob
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a really easy dish to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Desaray Sinsun
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This is one of my favorite Angolan dishes. I love the combination of flavors and textures. The chicken is always so tender and juicy, and the sauce is so rich and flavorful.


Adhikari Kalyan
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was so tasty.


Ivy Bekky
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This recipe was absolutely delicious! The chicken was so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and savory. I will definitely be making this again.