African Pepper Chicken Soup with Fufu – Recipe
Description
Pepper Chicken Soup is a flavorful and aromatic dish made by simmering chicken pieces with an assortment of vegetables, herbs, and spices, prominently featuring hot peppers for a spicy kick. The soup is known for its rich and hearty flavor profile, with each ingredient contributing to its overall taste and nutritional value.
Ingredients
For Fufu:
Instructions
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Heat vegetable oil in a large pot.
Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until translucent.
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Add the diced bell pepper and chopped tomatoes
Add the diced bell pepper and chopped tomatoes. Cook until the vegetables are softened.
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Stir and cook for another 2-3 minutes
Stir in the tomato paste, ground ginger, ground coriander, ground cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
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Add the chicken pieces.
Add the chicken pieces to the pot and brown them on all sides.
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Pour in the chicken broth and water.
Pour in the chicken broth and water. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 30-40 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
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While the soup is simmering, prepare the Fufu.
While the soup is simmering, prepare the Fufu. In a separate pot, bring water to a boil. In a bowl, mix cassava flour with water to form a smooth dough. Add the dough to the boiling water and stir continuously until it thickens and becomes smooth.
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Taste the soup.
Once the chicken is cooked, taste the soup and adjust seasoning if necessary.
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Serve the African Pepper Chicken Soup hot.
Serve the African Pepper Chicken Soup hot, garnished with fresh cilantro leaves, and accompanied by Fufu.
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 300kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15g24%
- Potassium 500mg15%
- Total Carbohydrate 30g10%
- Sugars 7g
- Vitamin A 1500 IU
- Vitamin C 40 mg
- Calcium 150 mg
- Iron 1.5 mg
- Vitamin K 30 mcg
- Vitamin B6 0.7 mg
- Folate 60 mcg
- Magnesium 40 mmol
- Zinc 2 mcg
- Selenium 15 mg
- Copper 0.2 mg
- Manganese 0.7 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
For cooking the "African Pepper Chicken Soup with Fufu" recipe, it is recommended to use medium heat, which is typically around 180°C (350°F) initially, and then reducing the temperature to about 160°C (325°F) for slower cooking and enhanced flavor.
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