Aseeda

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2013/07/26

1025

dough:

2 cups all-purpose flour
3 cups water
1 cup boiling water
1 tablespoon yogurt
1 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 tablespoon sunflower oil

broth:

1 chicken, cup up
1 onion, diced
6 cardamoms, bruised
4 tablespoons sunflower oil
2 cloves garlic, smashed
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/4 cup cilantro, diced
4 cups water
salt and pepper to taste

Preparation:

1. In a 4-quart saucepan add 3 cups water and salt. Bring to a full boil. Add oil, yogurt and flour. Continuously stir the mixture quickly with wide/flat wooden spoon.Add more flour if any water is left.

2. Remove from heat and keep stirring until it softens. Add some of the boiled water to the dough and let it sit for 10 minutes. Beat the mixture until it softens and and becomes thick, the consistency of soft play dough. You should mix for several minutes adding water if needed. Place back onto heat on medium heat mix more about 20 minutes, add more water and allow to further cook until the side start pulling from the pan.

3. Shape into a small mound in a bowl. Create a small bowl with the bottom of a ladle.

4. Meanwhile, make broth. In a large saucepan on medium heat add oil, garlic and onions. Allow to cook until tender. Add chicken pieces, cardamom and cumin. Add water ans bring to a full boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and allow to cook for 45 minutes. Add salt and pepper to taste.