Vanilla and rum chicken

Malagasy-style Vanilla Rum Chicken is a tasty dish that combines the unique flavors of Madagascar. Chicken thighs are marinated in an aromatic blend of lime juice, rum, honey, garlic and Madagascar vanilla beans. This marriage of exotic flavors gives the chicken an incomparable tenderness and depth of flavor. Once marinated, the chicken thighs are pan-fried with onions, then simmered in the marinade until perfectly cooked and infused with flavor. Served with white rice or traditional Malagasy accompaniments, this dish offers a spellbinding culinary experience that transports your taste buds to the tropical regions of Madagascar.
  • DIFFICULTY: EASY
  • 120 MINUTES

Ingredients

Serves 4

  • 4 chicken thighs
  • 2 Madagascar vanilla beans, split and scraped
  • 4 tablespoons rum
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • Juice of 2 limes
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions :

Step 1
In a large bowl, combine the lime juice, rum, honey, minced garlic, vanilla seeds and a little salt and pepper.
Step 2
Add the chicken thighs to the mixture and make sure they are well coated with the marinade. Cover the bowl and leave to marinate in the fridge for at least 1 hour, or even overnight for a more intense flavour.
Step 3
Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan or casserole over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken thighs (reserving the marinade) and brown on all sides, about 5 minutes per side.
Step 4
Add the chopped onion to the pan and sauté until translucent.
Step 5
Pour the reserved marinade into the pan and bring to the boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for about 30 to 40 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and tender. Stir occasionally and add a little water if necessary to maintain the cooking liquid.

Step 6
Once cooked, adjust the salt and pepper seasoning to taste.
Step 7
Serve Malagasy-style Vanilla Rum Chicken hot, accompanied by white rice or fried plantains, for an exotic, savory meal with the delicious flavors of Madagascar.

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