How to Make Chicken and Chive Kuku: A Quick and Elegant Dinner

Preparation Steps for Chicken and Scallion Kuku

This recipe guides you step by step to achieve an exceptional kuku.

Step 1: Prepare the Chicken
Place the chicken breast with onion, garlic, a little turmeric, and some water in a suitable pot and cook until fully done. Once cooked, let the chicken cool slightly. Then shred it completely with a fork or pulse it a few times in a food processor until fine and uniform. Be careful not to over-mash the chicken to preserve its texture in the kuku.

Step 2: Prepare the Vegetables
Thoroughly wash the scallions and, once completely dry, finely chop both the white and green parts evenly. The finer the scallions, the more visually appealing your kuku will be.

Step 3: Combine the Ingredients
In a large bowl, mix the shredded chicken, chopped scallions, brewed saffron, salt, black pepper, and a bit of turmeric. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs with a fork until smooth, then add them to the chicken and scallion mixture. Mix thoroughly to create a uniform batter. If the mixture feels too loose, you can add a tablespoon of flour for better consistency.

Step 4: Fry the Kuku
Heat a nonstick pan over medium heat and add some oil. Once hot, you can fry the kuku in two ways:

• Whole Method: Pour the entire mixture into the pan and smooth the surface with the back of a spoon. Cover the pan and reduce the heat, allowing one side to cook and turn golden slowly. Then, using a plate or tray, flip the kuku to cook the other side.

• Spoonful Method: Scoop portions of the mixture with a spoon and drop into hot oil. Fry each side for a few minutes until fully cooked and golden. This method works well for serving as an appetizer.

After frying, place the kuku on a paper towel to remove excess oil.