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Authentic Algerian Rechta (Chicken & Turnip Noodles)

Traditional Algerian thin noodles steamed to perfection and served with tender chicken, turnips, and chickpeas in a cinnamon-scented white broth.

طباعة الوصفة Pin Recipe

مدة الإعداد 20

مدة الطبخ 40

الوقت الكلي 1

الحصص: 4 أشخاص

وجبة: dinner, main course

مطبخ: algerian, North African

الكالوري: 480

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving) Calories: 480 kcal Carbohydrates: 58 g Protein: 34 g Fat: 14 g Saturated Fat: 5 g Sodium: 420 mg Fiber: 4 g Sugar: 3 g

Prepare Base: In a large pot, heat 1 tbsp ghee and 1 tbsp oil over medium heat. Sauté chicken and grated onion with salt, white pepper, ground cinnamon, and cinnamon stick for 10-12 minutes.
Make Sauce: Pour 4 cups boiling water into the pot. Add chickpeas and turnip quarters. Cover and simmer over medium heat for 30 minutes.
First Steam: Coat Rechta noodles with 1 tbsp vegetable oil. Place in steamer basket over the simmering pot and steam for 10 minutes.
Moisten: Transfer noodles to a bowl, sprinkle with 1/2 cup warm salted water, fluff gently, and let sit for 5 minutes.
Second Steam: Return noodles to the steamer for a final 10-minute steam.
Assemble: Coat hot noodles with 1 tbsp butter, plate in a deep bowl, ladle hot white sauce over top, and arrange chicken, turnips, and chickpeas. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

Calories: 480 kcal

Carbohydrates: 58 g

Protein: 34 g

Fat: 14 g

Saturated Fat: 5 g

Sodium: 420 mg

Fiber: 4 g

Sugar: 3 g

Recipe Notes

Noodle Alternative: If traditional Rechta noodles are unavailable, fine tagliatelle or thin angel hair egg noodles can be used as a substitute.

Gratings: Always grate the onion finely so the white sauce remains smooth without visible onion chunks.