Rwandan Igisafuliya with Chicken and Plantain
A Rwandan one-pot stew of chicken, vegetables, plantain, and spinach. Makes 4 servings.
Igisafuliya combines browned chicken with onion, leek, green pepper, tomato, and celery, then simmers them with plantain and spinach. The name is associated with the pot used to prepare it. Allow an estimated 15 minutes for hands-on preparation.
Method
- 01
Brown the chicken
Heat the sunflower oil in a large pot and brown the chicken thighs on all sides.
- 02
Soften the vegetables
Add the onions, leeks, and green peppers. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften.
10 min - 03
Add the tomatoes and celery
Add the tomatoes, celery stalks, and crushed tomato. Stir and cook over medium heat for about 15 minutes, stirring regularly.
15 min - 04
Simmer the chicken
Add enough water to cover the ingredients and bring to a boil. Lower the heat, add the chili pepper if using, and simmer gently for about 15 minutes.
15 min - 05
Finish with plantain and spinach
Place the plantains in the pot and cover them with the spinach. Set the chicken on top again and add water if needed to keep the plantains submerged. Cover and simmer gently for about 25 minutes, until tender and the chicken is fully cooked.
25 min
Ingredients
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