Mormor'S Kaukswe Recipe

Name: Mormor'S Kaukswe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 whole chicken; 2 teaspoons turmeric; 2 quarts water; 5 medium onions; 4 garlic cloves; 1/4 cup peanut oil; 2 teaspoons chili powder; 4 tablespoons split pea flour; 1 coconut; 3 cups boiling water; 1 lb egg noodles; Garnish; 5 hard-boiled eggs; 2 limes; 1/4 small cabbage; 1 bunch green onion; 1 bunch cilantro; 1/2 cup peanuts; fish sauce

Servings: persons

1 whole chicken
2 teaspoons turmeric
2 quarts water
5 medium onions
4 garlic cloves
1/4 cup peanut oil
2 teaspoons chili powder
4 tablespoons split pea flour
1 coconut
3 cups boiling water
1 lb egg noodles
Garnish
5 hard-boiled eggs
2 limes
1/4 small cabbage
1 bunch green onion
1 bunch cilantro
1/2 cup peanuts
fish sauce

1
Cut the chicken into large pieces, rub with turmeric and simmer in water with salt until tender. Remove the meat from the bones, reserve chicken stock.
2
Process 4 onions, garlic and ginger or pound with morter and pestle.
3
Slice one onion and brown in oil, add the chicken and fry for a few minutes. Add the onion and garlic mixture and cook 3-4 minutes. Add the chicken stock and the chili powder. Simmer 30 minutes.
4
Mix the split pea flour with cold water (you can substitute cornstarch if you must), add this to the stock stirring constantly, cook for 15 minutes.
5
Prepare the coconut liquid by cutting the coconut up and putting it in a blender with 3 c hot water. Blend and strain. Add the liquid to the chicken stock and cook for 5 more minutes.
6
Blanch the noodles. Serve separately with the garnishes. Each person serves themselves to their own preference.

2702

kcal

Calories

212

Fat

154

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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 whole chicken, 2 teaspoons turmeric, 2 quarts water, 5 medium onions, and more.

Yes, Mormor'S Kaukswe falls under the Seafood 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!

Mormor'S Kaukswe

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