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Akoho sy voanio

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Akoho sy voanio is a traditional Malagasy dish from Madagascar that consists of chicken (akoho) cooked with coconut milk (voanio) and various spices. It's a flavorful and aromatic dish that is popular in Malagasy cuisine.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Madagascar
Calories: 628
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1 whole chicken cut into pieces
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 thumb-sized ginger grated
  • 1 can coconut milk
  • 2 tomatoes diced
  • 1 green bell pepper diced
  • 1-2 hot chili peppers (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Vegetable oil for cooking
  • Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish

Method
 

  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat some vegetable oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the onions, garlic, and ginger. Sauté until fragrant and the onions are translucent.
  3. Add the chicken pieces and brown them on all sides.
  4. Stir in the diced tomatoes, bell pepper, and chili peppers (if using). Cook for a few minutes.
  5. Pour in the coconut milk and season with salt and pepper. Stir well to combine.
  6. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it cook for about 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
  7. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
  8. Serve the Akoho sy voanio hot over steamed rice and garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro.
  9. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 628kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 39gFat: 49gSaturated Fat: 26gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 143mgSodium: 151mgPotassium: 815mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 890IUVitamin C: 39mgCalcium: 56mgIron: 5mg

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