Chakhokhbili

Ingredients

• Poultry 1 piece
• Onion 4 heads
• Tomatoes 0 lbs
• Mild Chili Spice 1 piece
• Garlic 4 cloves
• Cilantro 0 oz
• Basil 0 oz
• Khmeli-suneli 1 tablespoon
• Salt to taste
• Ground Black Pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1

Prepare all the ingredients.

Step 2

Cut the chicken into portion-sized pieces: drumsticks, thighs, wings, and cut the breasts into two or three parts.

Step 3

Make a shallow crosswise cut on the tomatoes.

Step 4

Submerge the tomatoes in boiling water for 30 seconds, then transfer them to ice water.

Step 5

Peel the tomatoes and cut them into large chunks.

Step 6

Cut the onion and pepper into strips.

Step 7

In a pot, sauté the onion in vegetable oil until golden brown.

Step 8

Add the chicken, tomatoes, and bell pepper, stir well, cover with a lid, and simmer for 30-40 minutes. If the vegetables haven't released enough moisture, add a little water.

Step 9

Chop the cilantro and basil, add them to the pot along with the minced garlic, salt, pepper, and khmeli-suneli. Stir and simmer for another 7–10 minutes.

Step 10

Serve the chakhokhbili hot.