Poulet DG with chicken thighs and plantains

Name: Poulet DG with chicken thighs and plantains
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 4 portions
Ingredients: 4 pcs chicken thighs; 3 pcs plantain; 1 pc red bell pepper; 2 pcs carrot; 2 pcs onion; 4 cloves garlic; 3 pcs tomatoes; 4 tablespoons red palm oil; 20 g ginger; salt; ground pepper

Eduard LáskaMeatCameroonian cuisine x se líbilo

Poulet DG is one of the most celebrated dishes of Cameroonian cuisine, and its name refers to the directeur général, the general manager who was reportedly the first to be served it. Chicken thighs are seared in palm oil and then braised in a thick tomato sauce with onion, garlic, ginger and colorful vegetables. Sweet plantains lend the dish a mild flavor and richness. It is served at family celebrations and important occasions across Central Africa.

Příprava: 20min

Vaření: 50min

CELKOVÝ ČAS: 1h 10min

Step by step process

Preparing the chicken and sauce

1
Poulet DG starts with the chicken: season the thighs with salt and pepper and let them rest for 10 minutes. In heated palm oil, sear them on all sides until golden, about 5 to 7 minutes per side, then set aside.
2
In the same pot, saute the chopped onion until soft, about 4 to 5 minutes. Add the pressed garlic and grated ginger and cook for 2 minutes. Stir in the chopped tomatoes, red bell pepper and carrots. Cook for 10 minutes until the vegetables soften and the sauce reduces slightly.

Braising with plantains

3
Return the seared chicken thighs to the pot with the sauce. Slice the plantains into thicker rounds and briefly fry them in a little palm oil until golden. Add them to the chicken, cover with a lid and braise over low heat for 20 to 25 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
4
You will know it is ready when the meat separates easily from the bone and the plantains are soft but hold their shape. Serve hot with boiled rice or ugali. This dish is a classic of Cameroonian cuisine and a great choice for family gatherings and festive occasions.