Surinamese Moksi Alesi with Chicken, Rice and Salted Cod
A one-pot rice dish with chicken, ham, salted cod, vegetables and aromatic spices. The listed quantities make 8 servings; hands-on preparation times are approximate.
Moksi Alesi combines rice with meat, salted fish and vegetables in a complete meal. This version uses chicken, ham, salted cod, star anise and vegetables. Soak the cod ahead of time; that time is listed separately as resting time.
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Method
- 01
Soak and cook the cod
Soak the salted cod in water for about 2 hours, changing the water. Boil it until cooked, about 10 minutes; drain it and, when cool enough to handle, flake it. Discard the soaking and boiling water.
Ready to continue when: The cod is cooked and flakes easily; the soaking and boiling water has been drained away.
10 min - 02
Brown the chicken and ham
Season the chicken with the ground star anise and black pepper. Heat the oil in a large pot and add the chicken and ham. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring, until the chicken is browned on the outside.
Ready to continue when: The chicken is browned on the outside and the ham is hot.
5 min - 03
Add and soften the vegetables
Add the onion, garlic, Madame Jeanette pepper and bell pepper. Sauté until the vegetables begin to soften. Stir in the tomato, spinach, cabbage, peas and black-eyed peas; cook for about 5 minutes, until the cabbage has softened.
Ready to continue when: The cabbage has softened and the vegetables have reduced in volume.
10 min - 04
Cook the rice in the pot
Add the flaked cod, 2 cups of water, whole star anise and allspice. Bring to a boil, add the rice and stir. Cover the pot and cook over medium heat for about 15 minutes, until the rice is cooked and has absorbed the liquid.
Ready to continue when: The rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed; the ingredients are well combined.
15 min
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