Chicken 'Levivot' with Harissa Sauce Recipe

Name: Chicken 'Levivot' with Harissa Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 whole chicken (4 1/2 pounds); 2 cinnamon sticks; 1 tablespoon fennel seeds; 1 tablespoon dry sage; 3 bay leaves; 1 tablespoon allspice; Salt; 2 big bunches parsley, finely chopped; 1 big bunch cilantro, finely chopped; 1 cup mashed potatoes; 5 eggs; Oil, for frying; 1/4 cup NYSHUK harissa; 3 tablespoons canola oil; 2 small garlic cloves, grated; 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; Finely grated zest of 1 lemon; 1/2 teaspoon salt

Servings: persons

1 whole chicken (4 1/2 pounds)
2 cinnamon sticks
1 tablespoon fennel seeds
1 tablespoon dry sage
3 bay leaves
1 tablespoon allspice
Salt
2 big bunches parsley, finely chopped
1 big bunch cilantro, finely chopped
1 cup mashed potatoes
5 eggs
Oil, for frying
1/4 cup NYSHUK harissa
3 tablespoons canola oil
2 small garlic cloves, grated
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Finely grated zest of 1 lemon
1/2 teaspoon salt

1
Make the Chicken Combine the chicken, cinnamon sticks, fennel seeds, sage, bay leaves and allspice in a big pot.
2
Add cold water to cover and season with salt.
3
Bring to a boil and simmer for 45 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked.
4
Let the chicken cool completely in the broth.
5
Make the Chicken Remove the chicken and strain the broth.
6
Finely shred the chicken into a large bowl.
7
Discard the skin and bones.
8
Reserve the broth for later use.
9
Add the parsley, cilantro and mashed potatoes to the chicken, season generously to taste with salt and mix well.
10
Stir in the eggs.
11
Form the mixture into patties about 2 inches round and 1/2-inch thick; the thinner the patties, the crisper they will be.
12
Make the harissa sauce In a small bowl, whisk together all of the ingredients.
13
Make the harissa sauce Heat oil in a large skillet.
14
Fry the patties in batches until browned.
15
Serve warm, with the harissa sauce on the side.

561

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 whole chicken (4 1/2 pounds), 2 cinnamon sticks, 1 tablespoon fennel seeds, 1 tablespoon dry sage, and more.

Yes, Chicken 'Levivot' with Harissa Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken 'Levivot' with Harissa Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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