Yassa (Lemon Chicken) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 c. lemon juice
3 large onions, sliced
ground black pepper to taste
1 to 2 red hot chile peppers, cut into small pieces (optional)
5 Tbsp. vegetable oil
1 (3 1/2 lb.) chicken, cut into serving pieces
1/2 c. water
3 c. cooked rice

Preparation

In medium-size bowl, combine lemon juice, onions, chiles, 4 tablespoons oil and black pepper.
Stir well to mix.
Put chicken in marinade; let soak.
Prepare rice according to package instructions to allow chicken time to marinate.
When rice is complete, set aside.
Put 1 tablespoon of oil in a skillet.
Heat on low setting.
Brown chicken on both sides; remove.
Pour water in boiler, add browned chicken and remaining marinade.
Cook for about 20 to 25 minutes.
Add water, if necessary.
Serve over rice.
Relatively low-fat dish, depending on oil used, 24 g fat per serving.
Serves 6.