Chicken Gormet (Ethiopian Braised Chicken)

A traditional Ethiopian dish made by slow-cooking chicken in a rich, spicy stew flavored with onions, garlic, ginger, and berbere spice.

Ingredients

Protein

• 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs

Aromatics

• 2 large onions, chopped
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and grated

Berbere Spice Blend

• 2 tbsp berbere spice blend

Stew Ingredients

• 4 cups of chicken broth
• 1 cup of tomato paste
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

Additional Ingredients

• 2 tbsp niter kibbeh or vegetable shortening
• 2 lemons, cut into wedges

Chicken Gormet Sauce (if applicable)

Mix the following:

• 1/4 cup of niter kibbeh or vegetable shortening
• 1 tsp grated ginger
• 1 tsp garlic paste
• 1 tbsp berbere spice blend

Recipe Steps

1. Preparation of Berbere Spice Blend and Chicken Gormet Sauce

Mix the berbere spice blend with the chicken gormet sauce ingredients in a small bowl until well combined.

2. Browning of Onions and Ginger

Heat the oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are golden brown, about 8 minutes. Add the grated ginger and cook for an additional minute.

3. Adding Chicken and Berbere Spice Blend

Add the chicken to the pot and sprinkle with the berbere spice blend. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

4. Adding Stew Ingredients and Chicken Broth

Add the tomato paste, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir to combine. Add the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.

5. Simmering of Stew

Reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, until the chicken is tender, about 30-40 minutes.

6. Serving

Serve the stew hot,

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