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Kuku Paka

Easy Kuku Paka Recipe: Creamy Coconut Chicken Delight

Discover the creamy and delicious Kuku Paka, an East African chicken dish featuring rich coconut milk and warm spices.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: East African
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces boneless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tsp curry powder
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish

Equipment

  • large pan

Method
 

  1. Prepare your ingredients by chopping onions and mincing garlic.
  2. In a large pan over medium heat, sauté the onions in oil until translucent. Add garlic and ginger; cook until fragrant.
  3. Add chicken thighs to the pan, searing them on both sides until golden brown.
  4. Pour in the coconut milk, curry powder, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Stir well and simmer for about 20 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
  5. Before serving, garnish with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 28g

Notes

Enhance your Kuku Paka by adding spicy ingredients or vegetables for a unique twist. Perfect for meal prep or special occasions.

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