Chicken Tagine with French Fries
Welcome to my table! A beloved modern classic, especially popular with children. Savory chicken tagine topped with a mountain of crispy homemade french fries. Rooted deeply in our Berber and Andalusian heritage, this is more than just a dish—it's a story told through spices. Trust me, you'll need plenty of crusty bread to soak up every last drop.
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
Ingredients
- Chicken pieces
- Potatoes (for frying)
- Onions
- Garlic
- Green olives
- Ginger
- Turmeric
- Oil for frying
Step-by-Step Instructions
What makes this dish a true Masterpiece?
Start by gathering your ingredients. The magic always begins with patience and the right spices.
Cook the chicken in a tagine with onions
garlic
and spices to create a rich sauce
adding olives near the end.
While the chicken cooks
peel and cut the potatoes into fries
and deep-fry them until crispy.
Serve the chicken and sauce in the tagine
topped immediately with the hot
crispy fries.
Serve immediately in the center of the table. In Morocco, we never eat alone—Karam (hospitality) demands we share!
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