Poulet et Tilapia en Sauce Arachide
A rich and flavorful dish combining tender chicken and flaky tilapia simmered in a creamy, savory peanut sauce, often served with rice or tô.
🧂 Ingredients
- 500 g Chicken thighs(boneless, skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 400 g Tilapia fillets(cut into chunks)
- 2 medium Onions(chopped)
- 4 cloves Garlic(minced)
- 1 inch piece Ginger(grated)
- 400 g Tomatoes(crushed or pureed)
- 200 g Peanut butter(smooth, unsweetened)
- 3 tbsp Vegetable oil
- 500 ml Chicken broth
- 1 medium Bell pepper(chopped (optional))
- 1 small Chili pepper(finely chopped (optional, for heat))
- 1 tsp Salt(or to taste)
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper(or to taste)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Heat vegetable oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- 2
Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for another minute until fragrant.
- 3
Add the chicken pieces to the pot and brown them on all sides. Season with salt and black pepper.
- 4
Stir in the crushed tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
- 5
In a separate bowl, whisk the peanut butter with the chicken broth until smooth. Pour this mixture into the pot.
- 6
Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is tender and the sauce has thickened.
- 7
Add the tilapia chunks and chopped bell pepper (if using) to the pot. Stir gently and continue to simmer, uncovered, for another 10-15 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily.
- 8
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Stir in the finely chopped chili pepper if you prefer a spicier sauce.
- 9
Serve hot, typically with rice, tô, or couscous.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Ensure the peanut butter is well-mixed with the broth to avoid lumps.
- ✓Don't overcook the tilapia, as it can become dry.
- ✓Adjust the amount of chili pepper to your spice preference.
- ✓For a smoother sauce, you can blend the onion, garlic, and ginger mixture before adding the chicken.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Add other vegetables like sweet potatoes, carrots, or spinach.
- Use different types of fish like sea bass or cod.
- Incorporate a tablespoon of tomato paste for a deeper tomato flavor.