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Nutritional Values
750kcal
45gProtein
40gCarbs
45gFat
3gFibre
400 gServing
* Per serving · 400 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
Poulet DG
How to order / say it
Say it
Poulet Directeur Général — [Poo-leh Day-Gee]
Order
I'd like some Poulet DG, please.
Locally
Je voudrais du Poulet DG, s'il vous plaît.
Say locally
A lavish chicken dish favored by Cameroon's elite.
Why try it?
Poulet DG reflects the aspirational side of Yaounde dining, often served at special gatherings. It symbolizes the fusion of luxury and traditional flavors, embodying the city's diverse culinary landscape.
How it tastes
Savoury and rich, Poulet DG features tender chicken pieces cooked with plantains and various spices, resulting in a dish with profound umami and slight sweetness.
Origin & History — first documented: 1950
Created in Yaounde around the 20th century, Poulet DG was initially prepared for high-ranking officials and guests, quickly becoming a status symbol and a city favorite.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥩 500 g Chicken
- 🥕 300 g Plantains
- 🥕 100 g Tomatoes
- 🧄 100 g Onions
- 🧄 10 g Garlic
- 🫒 50 ml Vegetable oil
Method
- 1 Marinate chicken in spices and garlic.
- 2 Fry plantains until golden and set aside.
- 3 Cook chicken with onions and tomatoes before adding plantains for a final simmer.
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