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Mountain chicken recipe
Savor the unique taste of Dominica's mountain chicken.
Ingredients
- 1200 g mountain chicken
- 4 garlic
- 2 tbsp thyme
- 60 ml lime juice
- 1 onion
- 1 bell pepper
- 30 ml vegetable oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
How to make Mountain chicken
- In a bowl, marinate 1 kg of mountain chicken with the juice of 2 limes, along with 4 minced garlic cloves, for at least 30 minutes to infuse flavors.
- After marinating, heat 2 tbsp of vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add 1 chopped onion and 1 chopped bell pepper to the pot and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add the marinated mountain chicken to the pot and cook for about 10 minutes, turning until browned on all sides.
- Cover the pot, reduce the heat to low, and simmer the chicken for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Check the chicken for tenderness and ensure it is cooked through before removing from heat.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes after cooking to allow the juices to redistribute.
- Serve the mountain chicken hot on a plate, accompanied by rice or fried plantains.
What is Mountain chicken?
Mountain chicken is a traditional dish from Dominica, simmered in one pot, and takes about 90 minutes from start to finish. It is built around mountain chicken and lime juice. The recipe below uses 9 ingredients and is written out step by step.
How long does Mountain chicken take?
At 90 minutes it is slower than 62% of the 588 dishes in Copper's atlas. The method runs to 8 steps, the longest being 45 minutes.
Any tips for making Mountain chicken?
Marinating adds depth to the chicken's flavor, making it more tender and delicious.
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