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Nutritional Values
550kcal
45gProtein
10gCarbs
35gFat
1gFibre
350 gServing
* Per serving · 350 g. May vary.
Yassa
How to order / say it
Say it
Yassa — [Yah-sah]
Order
Can I have Yassa chicken, please?
Locally
Fayy naa yassa siiw, maa jaraama.
Say locally
Marinated grilled chicken in a lemon-onion sauce.
Why try it?
Yassa is a testament to the Gambian love for bold flavors, featuring marination techniques passed down through generations.
How it tastes
Bright and flavor-packed with a citrusy punch, complemented by caramelized onions and tender grilled chicken.
Origin & History — first documented: 1870
Originating from the Casamance region in the 19th century, Yassa has become a staple across Senegambia, celebrated for its simple yet powerful flavors.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥩 400 g chicken
- 🍋 50 ml lemon juice
- 🧄 100 g onions
- 2 tbsp mustard
- 🫒 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 🧄 5 g garlic
Method
- 1 Marinate chicken with lemon juice, mustard, and garlic.
- 2 Grill the chicken until done.
- 3 Cook onions until caramelized, serve with chicken.
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