Mar I Muntanya Recipe

Name: Mar I Muntanya
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 chicken breasts, cut into 4s; 10 large prawns, heads and shells on; 2 onions, chopped; 4 tomatoes, peeled seeded and chopped; 4 fluid ounces dry white wine; 1 dash Ricard; 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 2 sprigs parsley, finely chopped; 1 slice of fried bread; 30 g chocolate, grated (dark); 8 almonds, blanched and roasted and finely ground; sea salt; black pepper; 1 tablespoon olive oil

Servings: persons

4 chicken breasts, cut into 4s
10 large prawns, heads and shells on
2 onions, chopped
4 tomatoes, peeled seeded and chopped
4 fluid ounces dry white wine
1 dash Ricard
4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 sprigs parsley, finely chopped
1 slice of fried bread
30 g chocolate, grated (dark)
8 almonds, blanched and roasted and finely ground
sea salt
black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil

1
Saute the chicken pieces and set aside.
2
Cook the onions until wilted and beginning to caramelise, adding and cooking off a bit of the water if desired.
3
Add the tomatoes and mix well, then continue cooking until all the liquid has evaporated and the tomatoes have begun to melt into the onions.
4
Mix the chicken with the tomato and onion mixture, and add 1/2 litre of water, bring to the boil.
5
Then reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered for 20 minutes.
6
Add the wine and Ricard, return to the boil, then reduce the heat again and continue simmering.
7
After 20 minutes add the prawns to the pan.
8
Simmer for another 20 minutes until the chicken is very tender, adding more water if necessary.
9
Blend together the garlic, bread, chocolate and finely pre-ground almonds.
10
Then blend in the parsley.
11
Finally add enough olive oil to make a thick paste (the Picada).
12
About 10 minutes before the cooking is completed, add salt and pepper to taste and stir in the Picada.

1585

kcal

Calories

110

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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: 4 chicken breasts, cut into 4s, 10 large prawns, heads and shells on, 2 onions, chopped, 4 tomatoes, peeled seeded and chopped, and more.

Yes, Mar I Muntanya 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!

Mar I Muntanya

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