Yassa Chicken

We wash and clean the chicken meat carefully, making sure to remove any impurities or excess fat. We dry each piece well with an absorbent paper towel to ensure the marinade will stick perfectly to the meat. We now prepare the marinade, which will add a special flavor to our dish. In a large bowl, we slice the onions thinly, add a few crushed garlic cloves, a tablespoon of mustard, the freshly squeezed juice of two lemons, and mix well. We season with thyme, a pinch of nutmeg, salt, and pepper, and for those who love spice, we can also add a few slices of hot pepper.

We place the chicken pieces in the bowl with the marinade, making sure each piece is well coated. We cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it chill for at least 3 hours, but ideally, we should let the meat marinate overnight to allow the flavors to deeply penetrate the meat. In the meantime, we can prepare the side dish that will accompany our dish. A classic side of rice and carrots is very suitable. We boil the rice and diced carrots in salted water until they become tender, but we don’t let them cook too long to avoid losing their texture.

After the marinating time has passed, we take the pieces of meat out of the marinade and fry them in a pan with well-heated peanut oil until they turn golden and crispy on the outside. Once they are evenly fried, we remove them to a plate and let them rest. In the same pan, we pour in the remaining marinade and reduce the heat to low, allowing it to simmer slowly. The liquid will gradually evaporate, and the onion will become soft and caramelized, bringing a sweet taste to the dish.

When the marinade has reduced enough, we place the chicken pieces on top, covering the pan to retain all the combined flavors. The dish is served immediately, hot, to enjoy all its delicious flavor and texture. It is important to note that this dish will not have the same taste impact once it has cooled and been reheated. So, get ready to savor a delicious dish! Enjoy your meal!