Santomean Chicken And Plantain Curry

Santomean Chicken and Plantain Curry is a flavorful and aromatic dish that combines the sweetness of ripe plantains with the savory taste of chicken in a rich coconut curry sauce. This traditional dish from Santomean cuisine is a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors, and it's easy to make at home.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Santomean Chicken Plantain Curry Coconut
Santomean Chicken And Plantain Curry

Ingredients

  • 2 ripe plantains, peeled and sliced
  • 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
  • 2 tbsp curry powder
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 2 cups cooked rice, for serving

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic, diced red bell pepper, and chicken pieces to the skillet. Cook until the chicken is browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
  3. Sprinkle the curry powder, ground ginger, paprika, and cayenne pepper over the chicken and vegetables. Stir to coat everything evenly with the spices.
  4. Pour in the coconut milk and add the sliced plantains to the skillet. Stir to combine, then bring the mixture to a simmer.
  5. Cover the skillet and let the curry simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the plantains are tender.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve the Santomean Chicken and Plantain Curry over cooked rice.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
40 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Protein
20g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Large skillet Cooking spoon Cutting board Knife Measuring spoons Can opener

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Santomean Chicken and Plantain Curry is best served hot over a bed of fluffy white rice.

Tips & tricks

For an extra kick of heat, add more cayenne pepper or a splash of hot sauce to the curry.

Cost

$15