With a freezer full of ingredients, I decided to challenge myself to use up what I had before restocking. I started with two boxes of chicken organs (hearts and gizzard) and I will cook an African-inspired breakfast.
Ingredients:
- 1 kg chicken organs (hearts and gizzards)
- 2 onions
- chopped vegetables (tomatoes, carrots, red peppers)
- 700 g of chopped tomatoes
- salt to taste
- spices to taste (pepper, garlic, sweet paprika, chili flakes, Maggi cube)
Step 1: Preparing the Chicken Organs
I began by defrosting the chicken hearts and gizzards. Then, I washed them thoroughly to ensure they were clean. Then, I put them in a pot to boil with a pinch of salt. After boiling for a few minutes, I washed them once more and cut them in pieces big enough to get some crunchiness with every bite.
Step 2: Utilizing Leftover Vegetables
Next, I turned to the older vegetables lingering in my fridge. I cleaned up some tomatoes, red peppers, and carrots, and then tossed them into a food chopper. I pulsed them until they formed a thick, almost paste-like consistency, which would serve as the base for my sauce.
Step 3: Cooking the Base
I started by cooking some onions in sunflower oil until they turned a beautiful yellow. At this point, I added the vegetable paste and continued to cook everything until most of the liquid had evaporated. The aroma from the vegetables was already promising!
Step 4: Combining Flavors
With the base ready, I added the chopped chicken organs to the pan. To enhance the flavor, I included a Maggi cube, black pepper, garlic powder, sweet paprika, chili flakes, and some salt. To give the dish a richer texture, I added a generous amount of tomato sauce and a bit of water.
Step 5: Finishing the Dish
I let everything simmer until the mixture thickened into a rich, hearty sauce. The end result was a flavorful dish that pairs wonderfully with fresh bread or polenta, making for a satisfying and comforting breakfast.
This challenge not only helped me clear out my freezer, but also inspired a delicious and hearty meal that I’ll definitely make again. The combination of savory chicken organs and the robust, spicy sauce was a hit, proving that sometimes the best meals come from using what you already have on hand.
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