Kandja Au Poulet (malian Chicken And Peanut Soup)

Kandja au Poulet is a traditional Malian chicken and peanut soup that is rich, flavorful, and comforting. This hearty soup is a staple in Malian cuisine and is perfect for warming up on a chilly day.

Kandja Au Poulet (malian Chicken And Peanut Soup)

Ingredients

  • 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
  • 1 cup peanut butter
  • 2 onions, chopped
  • 3 tomatoes, diced
  • 3 carrots, sliced
  • 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 scotch bonnet pepper, chopped
  • 1 cup okra, sliced
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, brown the chicken pieces over medium heat.
  2. Add the onions, tomatoes, and scotch bonnet pepper to the pot and cook until the vegetables are softened.
  3. Stir in the peanut butter until well combined.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the soup to a boil.
  5. Add the sweet potatoes, carrots, and okra to the pot, then reduce the heat and let the soup simmer for about 45 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Serve the Kandja au Poulet hot, garnished with chopped peanuts if desired.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
15g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Large pot Chopping board Knife Stirring spoon

Tools

Potato peeler

Serving suggestions

Kandja au Poulet is traditionally served with rice or crusty bread.

Tips & tricks

For a spicier soup, leave the seeds in the scotch bonnet pepper. Adjust the amount of peanut butter to your preference for a thicker or thinner soup.

Cost

$20