Ingredients
- 6
Chicken drumsticks or legs
- 400g
Cubed chicken breast
- 25cl
Peanut oil
- 250g
Peanut paste (Dakatine)
or Peanut Butter - 4
Onions
- 1
Chicken bouillon cube (Jumbo)
- A can of
Tomato Paste
- 2
Cloves of garlic
- to your taste
Cayenne pepper powder
- 2
Laurel leaves
Salt & Pepper
Vegetables
- 4
Carrots
- 2 large
Sweet potatoes
or potatoes - 1/2
White cabbage, coarsely chopped
Directions
Discover the original recipe of Senegalese Chicken Mafé
Chicken Mafé is an essential recipe of African gastronomy and more particularly of Senegalese cuisine. It is prepared with a sauce made of peanut butter, tomatoes, onions and vegetables, all accompanied by tender and tasty pieces of chicken. Here is how to prepare the Senegalese Chicken Mafé, the real traditional recipe.
Necessary ingredients
To prepare the Senegalese Chicken Mafé for 4 people, you will need the following ingredients:
- 4 chicken legs
- 2 chopped onions
- 2 cloves of garlic, chopped
- 3 tablespoons of peanut oil
- 4 tablespoons of peanut butter
- 3 tomatoes, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 fresh chili pepper
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tablespoon of tomato paste
- Salt and black pepper
- 500 ml of water
Preparation
- In a large saucepan, heat the peanut oil over medium heat.
- Add the chicken legs and brown them on all sides.
- Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
- Add onions and garlic to the pan and sauté until golden.
- Add the tomatoes, carrots, bell bell pepper and fresh chili to the pan and sauté for 5 minutes.
- Add the peanut butter, tomato paste, bay leaves, salt and black pepper to the pan and mix well.
- Add the chicken to the pan and pour in the water.
- Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
- Serve the Chicken Mafé hot with rice.
How to make Chicken Mafé easily?
Chicken Mafé may seem like a complex dish to prepare, but in reality, it is very easy to make. Here are a few tips to make your Chicken Mafé quick and easy.
Use natural peanut butter
Peanut butter is the key ingredient in Chicken Mafé. It is important to choose a natural peanut butter with no added sugar to avoid the dish being too sweet. Natural peanut butter will also add a more authentic flavor to the dish.
Add the vegetables of your choice
Chicken Mafé is traditionally prepared with vegetables such as carrots, white cabbage and sweet potatoes. Feel free to add other vegetables of your choice to give your dish a personal touch. You can add zucchini, eggplant, peppers etc…
Opt for a Smoked Chicken Mafé
If you want to give your Chicken Mafé a smoked flavor, you can use smoked chicken instead of fresh chicken. This will add a unique flavor to the dish and bring an innovative twist to the traditional recipe.
Chicken Mafé Nutritional Information
Chicken Mafé is a dish rich in protein and fiber. It is also quite caloric due to the presence of peanut butter and peanut oil in the recipe. However, it is possible to reduce the calorie content of the dish by using low-fat peanut butter and limiting the use of peanut oil.
Calorie content
On average, a 200 gram serving of Chicken Mafé contains about 500 calories. However, this can vary depending on the amount of peanut oil and peanut butter used in the recipe.
How to reduce calories in Chicken Mafé?
To reduce the calorie content of your Chicken Mafé, you can use low fat peanut butter and reduce the amount of peanut oil used in the recipe. You can also remove the skin from the chicken before cooking to reduce the fat content. Be careful, the skin of the chicken is caloric but is good for the skin because of its collagen content.
Benefits of Chicken Mafé
Despite its calorie content, Chicken Mafé is a nutritious dish that provides many health benefits. It is rich in protein, fiber, vitamins and minerals. The peanuts used in the recipe are also rich in unsaturated fats, which are good for the heart.
So, ready to cook this delicious Traditional Senegalese Recipe?
Chicken Mafé is a delicious and nutritious African dish that is well worth a try. By making the real traditional Senegalese recipe, you can transport yourself directly to West Africa from your kitchen. With these tips and recipe information, you are ready to make it every time and impress your guests with this African specialty.
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Steps
1 Done | Cooking ChickenHeat a little peanut oil in a pot and grill your chicken drumsticks and cubed chicken breast. Peel and chop two onions and a clove of garlic and add to the pot with a little salt. |
2 Done | Continue to grill your chicken, onion and garlic for about 2 to 3 minutes. Meanwhile, dilute your tomato paste in a little water and add it to the pot. Simmer for about 5 minutes on medium heat. |
3 Done | Cover with waterCover your Chicken Mafe with water (about 1.5 liters), add your chicken stock cube (or Jumbo) and bring to a boil. |
4 Done | Add the peanut paste or peanut butterWhile you're boiling your Chicken Mafe, peel and chop your other two onions and another clove of garlic. Dissolve your peanut paste in a little bit of water and add it to your Mafe. Simmer over medium heat for about 30 minutes. |
5 Done | Add the vegetablesRoughly chop your vegetables and start by adding the carrots and white cabbage. Cook for 15 minutes and then add your sweet potatoes cut in half (or in thirds depending on their size) with your two bay leaves. Cook for another 30 minutes on low heat. Don't forget to stir regularly so that your Mafe doesn't stick to the bottom of the pot. |
6 Done | Your homemade Chicken Mafe is ready!When the sauce becomes smooth and the oil rises to the surface, your Chicken Mafe is ready! Serve it with a good white rice that you can sprinkle with a little fresh coriander. |
