Kuku Paka (Chicken in a Spiced Coconut/ Tomato Sauce) Recipe

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Kuku Paka (Chicken in a Spiced Coconut/ Tomato Sauce)
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  1. Heat the oil in a large pot or dutch oven; over high heat fry the onions and green peppers for a few minutes, stirring constantly; stir in the minced garlic and fry for a minute longer; add the spices and salt and mix well.
  2. Add the chicken to the pot (add another spoonful of oil if necessary to keep chicken from sticking); brown the chicken pieces on all sides; remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Add the water to the pot and bring to a slow boil; add the potatoes and cook them until they begin to become tender.
  4. Return the chicken to the pot and continue to cook at a low boil, stirring occasionally, until the chicken and potatoes are done.
  5. Stir in the tomatoes and cook for a few minutes more.
  6. Add add the coconut milk, reduce heat, and gently stir and simmer until sauce is thickened; stir in the lemon juice.
  7. Garnish with the fresh coriander leaves or parsley immediately before serving;serve over rice.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 486.88 Kcal (2038 kJ)
Calories from fat 258.77 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 28.75g 44%
Cholesterol 178.38mg 59%
Sodium 546.17mg 23%
Potassium 1085.82mg 23%
Total Carbs 41.93g 14%
Sugars 11.23g 45%
Dietary Fiber 7.94g 32%
Protein 19.29g 39%
Vitamin C 52.6mg 88%
Vitamin A 3.8mg 126%
Iron 7.1mg 40%
Calcium 87.2mg 9%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 108.02 Kcal (452 kJ)
Calories from fat 57.41 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6.38g 44%
Cholesterol 39.57mg 59%
Sodium 121.17mg 23%
Potassium 240.89mg 23%
Total Carbs 9.3g 14%
Sugars 2.49g 45%
Dietary Fiber 1.76g 32%
Protein 4.28g 39%
Vitamin C 11.7mg 88%
Vitamin A 0.8mg 126%
Iron 1.6mg 40%
Calcium 19.3mg 9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Recipe Tags

Weightwatchers Points

  • 11.3
    Points
  • 13
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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