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Digaag Qumbe Stew

A flavorful Somali chicken and coconut stew.
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Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Total Time 1 hr
Course Main Course
Cuisine Somali
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 kg Chicken, cut into pieces
  • 1 can Coconut milk
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
  • 1 large Onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp Ground cumin
  • 1 tsp Ground coriander
  • 1 tsp Turmeric
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 cup Water
  • 1 bunch Cilantro, chopped for garnish

Instructions: 

  • Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and cook until soft.
  • Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  • Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides.
  • Stir in the cumin, coriander, turmeric, and salt. Cook for another 2 minutes.
  • Pour in the coconut milk and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Notes:

This stew is best served with rice or flatbread.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Keywords:

Keyword Chicken, Coconut, Stew
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