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Akabenz (Rwandan Fried Chicken)
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Akabenz (Rwandan Fried Chicken)

10 ingredients 7 steps wikibooks
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Estimated Nutrition (whole recipe, rough)

802
Calories
46g
Protein
19g
Fat
109g
Carbs
What these numbers assume — 9 portions →
Ingredient Portion assumed kcal
Flour 1 cup (125g) all-purpose 455
Chicken 100g cooked 165
Olive Oil 1 tbsp (14g) 119
Onion 1 medium (110g) 44
Black Pepper 1 tsp ground (2.3g) 6
Oregano 1 tsp dried (1.8g) 5
Garlic 1 clove (3g) 4
Thyme 1 tsp dried (1.4g) 4
Salt 1 tsp (6g) 0

Totals for the whole recipe, adding one typical portion per ingredient — listed above. Quantities in the recipe are not counted, so this is a rough guide only — not suitable for medical or dietary planning.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 pounds (900 grams ) chicken pieces
  • Vegetable oil , for frying

Directions

1

In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, and dried oregano. Mix well to ensure the spices are evenly distributed.

2

Coat each piece of chicken with the seasoned flour mixture, making sure to shake off any excess.

3

Heat vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. The oil should be hot but not smoking.

4

Carefully place the coated chicken pieces into the hot oil, ensuring they are not overcrowded in the pan. Fry in batches if necessary.

5

Fry the chicken for about 6–8 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C) for the chicken to be fully cooked.

6

Once cooked, transfer the fried chicken to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.

7

Serve immediately while still hot and crispy.

Recipe sourced from wikibooks

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