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Ingredients

  • 1 onion, chopped fine
  • 2 tbsp sunflower oil
  • 3 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 2 tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 whole chicken, skin removed, and into large chunks
  • 3 tbsp cumin/black pepper/turmeric mix
  • 3 tsp salt (or more, added at various parts, to taste)
  • 3-4 carrots, peeled and in large chunks
  • 2 medium potatoes, skinned and cut into 2-3 inch chunks
  • 3 small zucchini, 2 inch chunks (skins on is fine)

Instructions

  • In a large pan, cook onions in oil until beginning to brown. Add garlic for the last 2 minutes.
  • Add tomatoes and cook for 2-3 minutes. Add chicken, mixing to cover. Cook uncovered, stiffing frequently.
  • Add spices and salt, increase heat to medium high and cover, cooking for about 20 minutes.
  • Add carrots, lower the heat to medium and continue to cook, covered (5 minutes)
  • Add potato and zucchini and continue to cook, covered (10 – 15 minutes).
  • Add a bit more salt, and boiling water until just about covered and cook on low for 20-30 minutes.
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