Taino Pollo Picante

OtherChickenAdvanced120 minBy Northstar

Ingredients

Servings
4
  • 4 lb chicken, skin removed
  • 8 clove garlic, peeled
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh oregano
  • 1 tsp black peppercorns
  • 4 piece small hot chili peppers
  • 1 tsp minced fresh gingerroot
  • 0.3 tsp saffron threads
  • 0.5 tsp ground cumin
  • 0.5 cup olive oil
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 3 piece chopped green onions
  • 2 piece medium tomatoes, chopped
  • 0.3 cup chicken stock
  • 0.5 cup burgundy wine
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions

  1. 1

    Wash the chicken parts, pat dry and remove the skin. Place in a deep pan. Using a mortar and pestle, combine garlic, salt, oregano, and peppercorns until garlic is crushed. Add chili peppers, ginger, and saffron. Pound into a paste and slowly incorporate the oil.

  2. 2

    Spread the marinade evenly over the chicken parts. Sprinkle all parts with paprika. Cover and refrigerate overnight.

  3. 3

    In a preheated deep skillet over low-to-medium heat, arrange marinated chicken pieces and brown on all sides.

  4. 4

    Spread the chopped onions, tomatoes over the chicken and drizzle with burgundy. Cover and finish cooking on low heat for approximately 35 minutes.

  5. 5

    Remove from heat, sprinkle with cilantro and serve.