Fried Chicken with Peanut Sauce (Poulet frit avec sauce Mafé)

Poulet frit avec sauce Mafé, or Fried Chicken with Peanut Sauce, is a popular dish in Congolese cuisine. The combination of crispy fried chicken and rich, savory peanut sauce creates a delicious and satisfying meal.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Congolese Congolese Cuisine Fried Chicken Peanut Sauce
Fried Chicken with Peanut Sauce (Poulet frit avec sauce Mafé)

Ingredients

  • 4 chicken thighs
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup peanut butter
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/4 cup chopped peanuts (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix the flour, salt, and black pepper. Dredge the chicken thighs in the seasoned flour.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs and fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until softened.
  4. Add the peanut butter, chicken broth, cayenne pepper, tomato paste, soy sauce, and honey to the skillet. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
  5. Return the fried chicken thighs to the skillet, coating them with the peanut sauce. Simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the sauce has thickened and the chicken is fully coated.
  6. Transfer the chicken and sauce to a serving platter and garnish with chopped peanuts.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
450 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
15g
Fat
30g

Supplies

Large skillet Bowl Serving platter

Tools

Tongs Wooden spoon

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve the Poulet frit avec sauce Mafé with steamed rice or couscous and a side of sautéed vegetables.

Tips & tricks

Tips: For a spicier sauce, increase the amount of cayenne pepper. Adjust the consistency of the peanut sauce by adding more chicken broth if needed.

Cost

$15