Fragrant Chicken Jus Recipe

Name: Fragrant Chicken Jus
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 1/2 pounds chicken parts, such as wings, necks and drumsticks; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 1/8 teaspoon turmeric; 2 medium onions, coarsely chopped; 1/2 cup cured green and black olives; One 3-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and thickly sliced; 2 garlic cloves, smashed; 4 cilantro sprigs, coarsely chopped; 1 preserved lemon, flesh discarded, skin thickly sliced (see Note); Thick strips of zest from 1 fresh lemon; 1 dried red chile; 1/8 teaspoon ground cumin; 6 cups water

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 1/2 pounds chicken parts, such as wings, necks and drumsticks
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1/8 teaspoon turmeric
2 medium onions, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup cured green and black olives
One 3-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and thickly sliced
2 garlic cloves, smashed
4 cilantro sprigs, coarsely chopped
1 preserved lemon, flesh discarded, skin thickly sliced (see Note)
Thick strips of zest from 1 fresh lemon
1 dried red chile
1/8 teaspoon ground cumin
6 cups water

1
In a large casserole, heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil.
2
Add half of the chicken, season with salt and pepper and brown over moderately high heat, about 3 minutes per side.
3
Sprinkle half of the turmeric over the chicken, stir well and transfer the chicken to a plate.
4
Repeat with the remaining chicken and turmeric, using the oil already in the casserole.
5
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the casserole and stir in the onions, olives, ginger, garlic, cilantro, preserved lemon, lemon zest, chile and cumin.
6
Cook, stirring, until the onions soften slightly, about 3 minutes.
7
Return the chicken to the casserole, add the water and bring to a boil.
8
Cover partially and simmer over low heat for 1 hour.
9
Remove the chicken parts and simmer the sauce over moderately low heat until reduced to 2 cups, about 50 minutes.
10
Remove and discard the chile.
11
Refrigerate the jus for 3 hours and up to 2 days.
12
Spoon off any fat before using.

656

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 1/2 pounds chicken parts, such as wings, necks and drumsticks, Salt and freshly ground pepper, 1/8 teaspoon turmeric, and more.

Yes, Fragrant Chicken Jus 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.

Fragrant Chicken Jus

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