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Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes until chicken is tender. Skim off any foam that rises to the surface.","group":"Preparation","title":"Combine chicken pieces, water, onion, salt, and pepper","timerMinutes":40,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Remove the chicken and onion from the pot. Strain the broth to ensure it is clear. Return about 1 liter (approximately 4 cups) of broth to the pot. Keep the chicken warm on a side plate.","group":"Preparation","title":"Remove the chicken and onion from the pot","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Bring the strained broth to a gentle simmer. Add the minced Mulukhiyah leaves and whisk thoroughly to ensure no clumps remain. Simmer for only 2-3 minutes; do not let it come to a rolling boil or the leaves will sink.","group":"Cooking","title":"Bring the strained broth","timerMinutes":3,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"In a small frying pan, melt the ghee over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant and lightly golden. Add the ground coriander and continue to sauté for 1 minute until deeply aromatic and golden brown.","group":"The Tasha","title":"In a small frying pan, melt the ghee","timerMinutes":2,"sourceTitle":"The Tasha"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Immediately pour the hot garlic and coriander mixture (the Tasha) over the Mulukhiyah stew. Traditionally, you should make a 'gasp' of air as you pour! Stir gently and serve immediately with the cooked chicken and white rice.","group":"Serving","title":"Immediately pour the hot garlic and coriander mixture","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Serving"}],"notes":"The secret to a perfect Mulukhiyah is the 'Tasha' (the garlic and coriander sauté). Never boil the Mulukhiyah for too long after adding the leaves, or it will separate and lose its bright green color.","cuisine":{"group":"African","specific":["Egyptian"]},"course":["main"],"cookingMethod":["boil","simmer","saute"],"equipment":["large pot","small frying pan","whisk","strainer"],"diet":["high_protein","gluten_free","low_carb","dairy_free"],"allergens":[],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":4,"unit":"bowl","note":"Generous servings"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The broth and chicken can be prepared a day in advance. Add the Mulukhiyah and Tasha just before serving."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container. The texture may change slightly upon reheating; do not boil during reheating.","reheatingNotes":"Reheat gently on the stovetop over low heat."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_fba2341ed8%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=1b218a5b-8f9b-4fe7-b2e3-de3f7a97a44c","imageAlt":"Egyptian Mulukhiyah with Chicken — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["healthy","high protein","low carb","traditional","egyptian","garlic","stew"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Egyptian Mulukhiyah with Chicken","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T22:10:48.330Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T22:10:48.330Z","related":[{"id":"recipe_17142e2daf","slug":"asida-traditional-african-porridge","title":"Asida (Traditional African Porridge)","description":"A thick, smooth, cooked flour pudding popular across North and East Africa, typically served with melted butter and honey or date syrup for a comforting breakfast.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":25,"totalMinutes":30,"activeMinutes":20},"cuisine":{"group":"African","specific":["Sudanese","Libyan"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"medium","diet":["vegetarian"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_17142e2daf%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=e46cb0f8-07cd-453d-8e07-df1274fe8fc9","imageAlt":"Asida (Traditional African Porridge) — recipe cover","tags":["porridge","traditional","sweet","dough","filling","soft"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":5,"stepCount":5},{"id":"recipe_e6582a3999","slug":"firfir-ethiopian-breakfast-fit-fit","title":"Firfir (Ethiopian Breakfast Fit-fit)","description":"A classic savory Ethiopian breakfast made with torn pieces of injera soaked in a spicy, flavorful sauce of berbere spice, aromatics, and spiced clarified butter.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":25,"activeMinutes":15},"cuisine":{"group":"African","specific":["Ethiopian","Eritrean"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_e6582a3999%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=f2f625e4-ee9c-425d-8c20-8e0103664b3e","imageAlt":"Firfir (Ethiopian Breakfast Fit-fit) — recipe cover","tags":["firfir","ethiopian","spicy","breakfast","injera","african"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":10,"stepCount":5},{"id":"recipe_18a4e55c12","slug":"kitfo-ethiopian-minced-beef","title":"Kitfo (Ethiopian Minced Beef)","description":"A traditional Ethiopian delicacy featuring finely minced lean beef seasoned with spicy mitmita and rich, aromatic niter kibbeh (spiced clarified butter).","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":15,"cookMinutes":5,"totalMinutes":20,"activeMinutes":20},"cuisine":{"group":"African","specific":["Ethiopian"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"medium","diet":["high_protein","gluten_free","low_carb"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_18a4e55c12%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=aeedadce-d5d5-4aa2-aa31-f13472950759","imageAlt":"Kitfo (Ethiopian Minced Beef) — recipe cover","tags":["beef","spicy","ethiopian","kitfo","high-protein","african-cuisine"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":5,"stepCount":4}]}