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Gambian Chicken Yassa

Gambian Chicken Yassa

The Gambia

75Minutes
MediumLevel
5Serves
8Steps
About

Grilled chicken simmered in a tangy caramelised onion, lime and mustard sauce, a Wolof and Mandinka favourite eaten across The Gambia over rice.

Equipment
  • Large pan or pot
  • Grill pan or griddle
  • Bowl
  • Knife
  • Wooden spoon
Ingredients
Chicken, jointed1 whole
Onions6
Limes4
Dijon mustard2 tbsp
Garlic5 cloves
Scotch bonnet1
Bay leaves2
Vegetable oil⅓ cup
Stock cubes2
Black pepper1 tsp
Water1 cup
Saltto taste

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