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9. Masala Chicken and Vegetable Stew

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil or coconut oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 teaspoon whole cumin seeds
• 2 teaspoons garam masala
• ½ teaspoon turmeric
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 2 pounds organic chicken breast or thigh meat, chopped
• 1 can coconut milk
• 1 to 2 cups homemade chicken stock or water
• 4 large carrots, sliced into rounds
• 1 pound green beans, trimmed and chopped (about 4 cups)
• chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions

1. Heat a 6-quart pot or larger over medium heat. Add the olive or coconut oil. Then add the onions; sauté for 5 to 10 minutes or until soft. Add the cumin seeds and sauté for about a minute more. Then add the garam masala, turmeric, sea salt and chicken; sauté another one to two minutes to coat the chicken and onions in the spices.
2. Add the coconut milk and stock. Cover and simmer on low heat for 25 minutes. Then add the carrots and simmer for another 20 minutes. Add the green beans and cook until tender, about 5 to 10 minutes. Serve. Garnish each bowl with chopped cilantro if desired.

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