Black Chicken Herbal Stew

Ingredients

In this Nepalese adaptation, we replace the Vietnamese herbs with traditional Nepalese herbs and spices to create a unique flavor profile. The black chicken, known for its tender meat and distinct taste, is used as the main protein in this stew. The cooking techniques and methods remain similar, but the ingredients and spices are tailored to the Nepalese cuisine. We alse have the original recipe for Gà bạn đen hầm thuốc bắc, so you can check it out.

• 1 black chicken, cut into pieces 1 black chicken, cut into pieces
• 2 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter) 2 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter)
• 1 onion, finely chopped 1 onion, finely chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1-inch ginger, grated 1-inch ginger, grated
• 2 tomatoes, diced 2 tomatoes, diced
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon fenugreek seeds 1 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
• 1 teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cinnamon stick 1 cinnamon stick
• 4 cups chicken broth 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup water 1 cup water
• Salt to taste Salt to taste
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 350 kcal / 1465 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 20g, 8g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 5g, 2g
• Protein: 35g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Heat ghee in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions, garlic, and ginger. Sauté until onions are translucent.
2. 2.
   Add the black chicken pieces to the pot and cook until browned on all sides.
3. 3.
   Add tomatoes, turmeric powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, fenugreek seeds, black pepper, and cinnamon stick. Stir well to coat the chicken with the spices.
4. 4.
   Pour in the chicken broth and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 1 hour, or until the chicken is tender.
5. 5.
   Season with salt to taste. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Black chicken — Ensure that the chicken is thoroughly cleaned and cut into pieces before cooking.
• Fenugreek seeds — Toast the fenugreek seeds lightly in a dry pan before adding them to the stew to enhance their flavor.

Tips & Tricks

• For a spicier stew, add a chopped green chili along with the spices.
• Serve the stew with steamed rice or traditional Nepalese bread for a complete meal.
• Adjust the cooking time based on the size and tenderness of the black chicken.

Serving advice

Serve the Black Chicken Herbal Stew hot in individual bowls, garnished with fresh cilantro. Accompany it with steamed rice or traditional Nepalese bread for a satisfying meal.

Presentation advice

Present the Black Chicken Herbal Stew in a deep bowl, allowing the rich colors of the stew to shine through. Garnish with a sprig of fresh cilantro for an added touch of freshness.