Brazilian Chicken in Shrimp Sauce

Ingredients

• Lime 2 pieces
• Poultry 2 pieces
• Onion 3 pieces
• Garlic 2 cloves
• Cashew 5 oz
• Peanut Sprouts 5 oz
• Dried Squid 5 oz
• Cilantro 0 oz
• Ginger 0 oz
• Mild Chili Spice 2 pieces
• Canned Tomatoes (Pelati) 15 oz
• Peeled Cooked Shrimp 20 oz
• Coconut Milk 10 fl oz
• Ground Black Pepper to taste
• Salt to taste
• Vegetable Oil 0 fl oz

Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1

Cut the chicken into pieces.

Step 2

Marinate in lime juice, season with salt and pepper, and let sit for 30 minutes.

Step 3

Finely chop the garlic, onion, chili, and ginger.

Step 4

In a blender, combine the onion, cashews, peanuts, garlic, cilantro, ginger, chili, dried shrimp, and a cup of water.

Step 5

In a heavy-bottomed pot, heat vegetable oil and sauté the chicken pieces in batches until golden brown. Add more oil as needed.

Step 6

Return the whole chicken to the pot and add the sauce from the blender.

Step 7

Add the tomatoes.

Step 8

Add coconut milk and bring to a boil. Cook for 30 minutes over low heat, covered. Stir occasionally.

Step 9

Add the shrimp 5 minutes before cooking is finished.

Step 10

Serve with boiled rice.