Poulet au Gnemboue
Chicken in Nut Sauce
A rich and savory chicken dish where chicken pieces are simmered in a creamy sauce made from ground nuts, creating a unique and comforting flavor profile.
🧂 Ingredients
- 2 lb Chicken(cut into pieces)
- 6 oz Palm base(or substitute with palm nuts, almonds, or hazelnuts, ground into a paste with water)
- 1.5 cups Water
- 0.5 tsp Cayenne pepper
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 clove Garlic(crushed)
- 3 stalks Green onions(sliced thinly)
- 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
If using nuts instead of palm base, process the nuts with 1.5 cups of water in a food processor until a smooth paste forms. Transfer to a saucepan.
💡 Tip: Ensure the nut paste is smooth to avoid a gritty sauce. - 2
Add the palm base (or nut paste) to a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in cayenne pepper, black pepper, salt, crushed garlic, and sliced green onions. Combine well.
- 3
Add the chicken pieces to the saucepan and stir to coat them with the nut mixture.
- 4
Cover the saucepan, reduce the heat to low, and let it simmer for 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until the chicken is tender. Add more water if the sauce becomes too thick.
- 5
Serve hot, typically over rice.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓If using almonds or hazelnuts, toasting them lightly before grinding can enhance their flavor.
- ✓Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to your preference for spice.
- ✓Ensure the chicken is fully cooked and tender before serving.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Add other vegetables like bell peppers or tomatoes during the last 30 minutes of simmering.
- For a richer flavor, use smoked chicken.