Haitian Poul Nan Sos (Chicken in Sauce)
Chicken marinated with Haitian epis and gently simmered in a tomato, citrus, and herb sauce. Serves 4; preparation times are approximate.
Poul nan sòs is a Haitian chicken stew that combines an epis base with onion, garlic, bell pepper, tomato, and citrus. Serve hot, for example with rice. Marinate for at least 30 minutes; you can leave it longer in the refrigerator.
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Method
- 01
Marinate the chicken
Season the chicken with the Haitian epis and salt. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Ready to continue when: The chicken is coated with epis and the minimum marinating time has passed.
30 min - 02
Brown the chicken
Heat the oil in a heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken in batches on both sides and transfer it to a plate. Keep the marinade liquid in its bowl.
Ready to continue when: The pieces have browned patches on both sides, and the marinade liquid is still reserved.
- 03
Build the sauce base
Mix the boiling water with the marinade liquid. In the same pot, sauté the diced onion and crushed garlic until fragrant. Add the tomato paste and some of the bell pepper. Stir in about one quarter of the seasoned liquid.
Ready to continue when: The onion has softened, the garlic is fragrant, and the tomato paste is blended into the base.
- 04
Simmer and finish
Return the chicken and its juices to the pot. Add the lemon or lime juice, vinegar, parsley, thyme, the remaining bell pepper, and the rest of the seasoned liquid. Cover and simmer over medium heat for 15–20 minutes. Add the sliced onion, cover again, and cook over low heat for another 5–10 minutes.
Ready to continue when: The chicken is tender and thoroughly cooked, and the sauce looks blended around the pieces.
35 min
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