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Harissa bil Djaj (Libyan Chicken Harissa)

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Harissa bil djaj is a flavorful and aromatic Libyan chicken dish. It features tender chicken pieces simmered in a rich and spicy tomato sauce, infused with a blend of aromatic spices. This dish is known for its bold flavors and is often served with bread or couscous, making it a satisfying and comforting meal.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 4 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon harissa paste
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground paprika
  • ½ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper (adjust according to spice preference)
  • ½ teaspoon ground coriander
  • ½ teaspoon ground caraway seeds
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper, to taste
  • 4 cups water or chicken broth
  • Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. 1
    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. 2
    Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
  3. 3
    Add the chicken pieces to the pot and brown them on all sides.
  4. 4
    Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, harissa paste, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, coriander, caraway seeds, salt, and pepper. Mix well to coat the chicken with the spices.
  5. 5
    Pour in the water or chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
  6. 6
    Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a lid, and let simmer for about 1 hour, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
  7. 7
    Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
  8. 8
    Serve the hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley. Accompany with bread or couscous to soak up the flavorful sauce.
Category
Side Dishes

Recipe Attribution

Wikibooks Cookbook
en.wikibooks.org/wiki/Cookbook:Harissa_bil_Djaj_(Libyan_Chicken_Harissa)