Stew
Djerma Stew (Zarma Chicken Peanut Stew)

Djerma Stew (Zarma Chicken Peanut Stew)

Niger

80Minutes
MediumLevel
5Serves
10Steps
About

Often called the national dish of Niger, this Zarma (Djerma) chicken stew is gently spiced and enriched with peanut butter, served over rice.

Equipment
  • Heavy pot
  • Bowl
  • Wooden spoon
  • Knife
Ingredients
Chicken, jointed1 whole
Smooth peanut butter3/4 cup
Onions2
Tomatoes3
Tomato paste2 tbsp
Garlic3 cloves
Carrots2
Curry powder and thyme1 tbsp
Scotch bonnet1
Stock cubes2
Oil3 tbsp
Saltto taste

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