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Poulet Yassa

↳ from Casamance, Senegal

Chicken marinated in plenty of lemon and onions, grilled and then simmered in the marinade, served with rice.

History

Yassa comes from the Jola people of Casamance. It is a popular dish across West Africa.

Ingredients

  • Chicken
  • Onions
  • Lemon juice
  • Mustard
  • Garlic
  • Olives
  • Chilli
  • Oil

How it's made

  1. Marinate chicken overnight in lemon, mustard and onions
  2. Grill or brown the chicken
  3. Cook the onions in the marinade until soft
  4. Add chicken back with olives
  5. Simmer and serve with rice

Ratings & notes

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