Grilled Chicken with Plantain Fufu (Poulet grillé avec fufu de makemba)
Poulet grillé avec fufu de makemba, or Grilled Chicken with Plantain Fufu, is a classic dish in Congolese cuisine that combines tender grilled chicken with a smooth and savory plantain fufu.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken thighs
- 2 ripe plantains
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups water
Instructions
- Season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked.
- While the chicken is grilling, peel and chop the plantains. Boil them in water until soft, then mash them into a smooth fufu.
- Sauté the chopped onion, garlic, and ginger in a pan until fragrant.
- Serve the grilled chicken with the plantain fufu and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 30 minutes
- Total time:
- 50 minutes
- Cooking method
- Grilling
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Fat
- 15g
Supplies
Grill Knife Cutting board Pan Pot
Tools
Tongs Wooden spoon
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve the Poulet grillé avec fufu de makemba with a side of fresh salad or steamed vegetables.
Tips & tricks
Tips: Make sure the plantains are ripe for a sweeter fufu, and adjust the seasoning of the chicken to your preference.
Cost
$15