How to make
I present to you the most simple and delicious village-style stew from my childhood. I will admit that when I was little I used to frown upon it sometimes, but now this is my favorite dish. I will share it with you.
In a large pot, heat half of the oil with the butter over medium to high heat. Put the chicken drumsticks to brown on both sides, then take them out and set them aside - we will boil them later.
In the same fat, put the remaining oil (or a little more) and add the five large onions, cut into thin strips. The amount is a lot, but once it softens, it will decrease. Salt lightly and stir occasionally until the onions begin to soften.
Reduce the heat and cook slowly for about an hour. The goal is for the onions to become slightly caramelized and soften. It should also be almost completely left in fat, with no liquid from the vegetable juices. If necessary, increase the heat a little.
Make a hole in the middle by pushing the onion to the edges of the pot and add the paprika to fry for seconds, stirring constantly.
Immediately add the tomatoes, which should have been grated in advance. You can also use ready-made fried tomatoes - sauce.
Stir and after a few minutes add the drumsticks, a little more salt, black pepper and pour water to cover the products.
Boil until the meat is fully cooked (test with a fork or watch when it starts to separate from the bone). Add a little water, if and when necessary.
To thicken the chicken stew, whisk the flour in a little water and pour it into the pot. Stir and leave it on the stove for a few more minutes to boil. This step is optional. Sometimes I thicken with flour, sometimes not.
Turn off the heat and leave the pot of village-style chicken and onion stew on the stove for about 30 minutes.
Serve the village-style chicken and onion stew with fresh parsley and chili peppers if desired.
* I add two dry cayenne peppers while the chicken stew is cooking, but this is also optional.
Bon appetit!
Check out more of grandma's delicious dishes and how to make the most delicious potato stew or try the classic French onion soup.
