Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsJollof & Grill Restaurant/LoungeNima African Restaurant Recipe

Nima African Restaurant Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Spices and Seasonings

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Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chicken

    Wash the chicken thighs and pat them dry with paper towels. Cut them into bite-sized pieces.

  2. 2

    Chop Vegetables

    Chop the onion and mince the garlic. Grate the ginger.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Sauté Onion and Garlic

    In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, cook for an additional minute.

  2. 4

    Cook Chicken

    Add the bite-sized chicken pieces to the skillet. Sprinkle with salt, black pepper, curry powder, paprika, and chili flakes. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the chicken is browned on all sides.

  3. 5

    Add Tomato Paste and Coconut Milk

    Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes. Then, pour in the coconut milk and chicken broth. Stir well to combine.

  4. 6

    Simmer

    Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  5. 7

    Add Spinach

    In the final 5 minutes of cooking, add the fresh spinach and stir until wilted.

Serving

  1. 8

    Plate the Dish

    Serve the chicken curry over a bed of cooked rice. Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges on the side.

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