Tajine Zitoune - olive and chicken stew
An aromatic stew combining chicken drumsticks with carrots and green olives.
Recipe from hungrypaprikas ↗Ingredients
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Method
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium high heat. Sprinkle the chicken with 1 teaspoon of the salt and sear on both sides for 2-3 minutes until lightly golden. Remove to a plate and set aside.
To the same pot, add the diced onions and cook for 3-5 minutes until soft and translucent. Add the garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds. Add the carrots and stir for a few minutes.
Add the chicken back in along with the bay leaves, turmeric, cinnamon, ground ginger, cumin, curry powder, black pepper and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Stir, then add 2-3 cups of water and bring to a boil. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
Uncover and add in the soaked olives and continue to simmer for an additional 15 minutes. Combine the cornstarch with the 2 tablespoons of water in a small bowl to make a slurry. Pour the slurry into the stew to thicken the sauce. Stir and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
Add in the lemon juice to taste and garnish with the chopped parsley. Serve with bread or over rice.