Poulet Nyembwe Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Poulet Nyembwe is a traditional Congolese dish made with chicken and palm nut sauce. It is a rich and flavorful dish that is popular in Central Africa. The chicken is cooked in a creamy sauce made from palm nuts, onions, garlic, and spices. The palm nut sauce gives the dish a unique and delicious taste, while the chicken becomes tender and juicy. Poulet Nyembwe is typically served with fufu, a staple food in Central Africa made from cassava or plantains.

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2hr total
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Ingredients for Poulet Nyembwe Recipe

  • 0.17 piece Whole Chicken, Cut Into S
  • 0.33 cup Palm Nuts
  • 0.17 Onion, Chopped
  • 1/2 cloves Cloves Of Garlic, Minced
  • 0.33 Bay Leaves
  • 0.17 teaspoon Thyme
  • As required Salt To Taste
  • 0.33 tablespoon Oil

Directions: Poulet Nyembwe Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.In a large pot, heat oil and add chopped onions and garlic.
  • STEP 2.Add the chicken pieces and cook until they are browned on all sides.
  • STEP 3.In a blender, blend the palm nuts with water to make a smooth paste.
  • STEP 4.Add the palm nut paste to the pot and mix well with the chicken.
  • STEP 5.Add water, bay leaves, thyme, and salt to the pot and bring to a boil.
  • STEP 6.Reduce the heat and simmer for about 1 hour until the chicken is cooked and tender.
  • STEP 7.Serve hot with fufu or rice.

Cooking Tips

  • You can add vegetables like carrots and bell peppers to the dish for added flavor and nutrition.
  • Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences.
  • Make sure to cook the chicken until it is tender and cooked through.

Storage and Serving

  • Poulet Nyembwe can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat the dish before serving.
  • Serve hot with fufu or rice.
Nutrition
value
260
calories per serving
22 g Fat5 g Protein9 g Carbs5 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    22g
  • Protein
    5g
  • Carbs
    9g
  • Fiber
    5g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    9g
  • Protein
    5g
  • Fiber
    5g

Fats

  • Fat
    22g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    250mg
  • Iron
    5mg
  • Vitamin A
    2654mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    183mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    0mcg
  • Vitamin C
    124mg
  • Vitamin E
    4mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    61mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    77mg
  • Selenium
    10mcg
  • Zinc
    1mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp