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​Authentic Algerian Yahni Recipe
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Authentic Algerian Yahni Recipe

A traditional Algerian main dish featuring golden crispy chicken fritters served in a silky garlic, cinnamon, and chickpea white sauce with fresh lemon.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: main course
Cuisine: algerian
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 cup dried chickpeas soaked overnight
  • 1 large onion finely grated
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • 2 tbsp flour or breadcrumbs
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • 1 tbsp ghee or olive oil
  • Lemon wedges for serving
  • Salt to taste

Method
 

  1. In a pot, cook chicken, grated onion, garlic, ghee, cinnamon, black pepper, and salt for 5 mins.
  2. Add soaked chickpeas and 4 cups of hot water. Cover and simmer for 35 mins until tender.
  3. Remove chicken, shred meat, and mix with eggs, parsley, flour, salt, and a pinch of cinnamon.
  4. Spoon mixture into hot oil and fry fritters until golden brown on both sides.
  5. Place fried fritters back into the chickpea broth for 5 mins. Garnish with parsley and serve hot with fresh lemon.

Notes

 
Note: Serve immediately with traditional crusty bread and lemon slices.
Calories: 420 kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 18g | Fiber: 6g