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Fried Chicken Emirati Style

A Gulf dish of chickens and black lemon, seasoned with turmeric and cardamom and simmered on the stove. It comes to the table with and a fresh salad.

1 hr 34 min · Serves 6 · Medium

Serves
6

Ingredients

Time
Prep 15 min · Cook 79 min · 94 min total
Difficulty
medium
  1. 1

    Throughly wash the chickens inside and out. Place in a very large pot. Add enough water to cover the chickens. Bring to a boil. When the water starts boiling remove the accumulating scum.

  2. 2

    Add all of the remaining ingredients. Boil until the chicken is done, about 45 minutes. Remove the chicken from the stock. Place the chicken in a colander/strainer.

    45 min
  3. 3

    In a frying pan add about 1 cup or more oil. Heat and then carefully add the chicken, one at a time, and lightly fry the chicken until golden brown on all sides.

  4. 4

    Drain on paper towels and keep warm. Now use the stock to make Yellow Rice, recipe to be posted. Serve with and a fresh salad.

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