Tanzanian Curried Chicken-Banana Soup 🍲
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour and 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Description:
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Africa with this Tanzanian Curried Chicken-Banana Soup. This dish combines the richness of chicken, the sweetness of bananas, and the aromatic spices of curry powder and chili peppers, creating a symphony of flavors that will transport you to the heart of Tanzania. It’s a perfect blend of spicy, sweet, aromatic, and succulent, capturing the essence of the hot African sun.
Ingredients:
- 4 chicken pieces
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 2 teaspoons curry powder
- 2 red chili peppers, diced
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tomatoes, chopped
- 8 cups chicken stock
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 ripe bananas, sliced
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 965.9
- Fat Content: 65g
- Saturated Fat Content: 25.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 169.7mg
- Sodium Content: 845.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 43.2g
- Fiber Content: 7.3g
- Sugar Content: 19g
- Protein Content: 54g
Instructions:
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Brown the Chicken: In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat. Add chicken pieces and brown them on all sides. Once browned, remove the chicken from the pot and set it aside.
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Sauté Aromatics: In the same pot, add chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until they turn soft and fragrant.
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Add Spices: Stir in the curry powder, diced red chili peppers, and black pepper. Fry the mixture for an additional 2 minutes to release the flavors.
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Simmer Soup: Return the browned chicken pieces to the pot. Add chopped tomatoes, chicken stock, and coconut milk. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer for 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
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Prepare Chicken: Once the chicken is cooked through, remove it from the pot and let it cool slightly. Strip away the meat from the bones and discard the skin and bones. Cut the chicken meat into bite-sized chunks.
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Add Bananas: Return the chicken chunks to the pot. Add the sliced bananas. Let the soup simmer for an additional 10 minutes to allow the flavors to mingle.
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Serve: Ladle the Tanzanian Curried Chicken-Banana Soup into bowls. Garnish with fresh cilantro or chopped scallions if desired. Serve hot and enjoy the exotic flavors of Africa!
This tantalizing soup is perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or special gatherings with friends and family. Pair it with crusty bread or steamed rice for a complete meal that will delight your taste buds and transport you to distant lands with every spoonful.
