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Hen with Paprika Sauce

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@cocinero44
EuropeanLunchDinnerMain CourseNon-Vegetarian

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Hen with Paprika Sauce recipe
Prep Time
30min
Cook Time
1hr 30min
Total Time
2hr

Ingredients

6 Servings
(1 serving = 1 portion of hen with paprika sauce)
  • hen
    hen
    1kg
  • margarine
    margarine
    40g
  • onion
    onion
    1
  • flour
    flour
    40g
  • container heavy cream
    container heavy cream
    1
  • whole milk
    whole milk
    100mL
  • assorted vegetables (carrot, celery, red bell pepper)
    assorted vegetables (carrot, celery, red bell pepper)
    1
  • Salt
    Salt
  • pepper
    pepper
    1/2tsp
  • paprika
    paprika
    1tbsp

How to make Hen with Paprika Sauce

Prepare the Hen

  1. Step 1

    Cut the hen into pieces and place them in a pot with boiling salted water.

Add Vegetables

  1. Step 1

    Add half of the onion (uncut) and the previously peeled and washed vegetables to the pot.

Cook the Hen

  1. Step 1

    Cook the hen until it is halfway tender, then remove it from the pot.

Prepare the Base

  1. Step 1

    In a saucepan, melt the margarine and sauté the other half of the onion, finely chopped.

  2. Step 2

    Add the paprika and mix well.

Cook the Hen in the Sauce

  1. Step 1

    Add the hen pieces to the saucepan, cover them with a bit of the cooking broth, and cook, stirring occasionally.

  2. Step 2

    Add water if necessary.

Cut the Hen

  1. Step 1

    After about 40 minutes, remove the hen and cut the meat into small cubes.

  2. Step 2

    If necessary, debone the meat, depending on whether you used the breast or the legs and thighs.

Make the Sauce

  1. Step 1

    Mix the milk with the flour and add it to the cooking base of the hen.

  2. Step 2

    Cook over low heat for 5 minutes.

Finish the Sauce

  1. Step 1

    Remove the sauce from the heat and strain it.

  2. Step 2

    Add the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper.

  3. Step 3

    Finally, stir in the paprika.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

410.6kcal (20.53%)

Protein

36.5g (73.06%)

Carbs

6.4g (2.33%)

Sugars

0.8g (1.7%)

Healthy Fat

18.8g

Unhealthy Fat

8.6g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. To tenderize the hen and enhance its flavor, marinate it for a few hours with lemon juice before cooking.

  2. Use the leftover cooking broth as a base for a soup by adding noodles or rice.

  3. Adjust the amount of paprika to your taste for a milder or stronger flavor.

FAQS

  1. Can I use chicken instead of hen?

    Yes, you can use chicken, but keep in mind that hen has a richer flavor and requires longer cooking time.

  2. How do I know when the hen is halfway tender?

    The hen is halfway tender when it starts to soften but still has some firmness. You can test it by piercing it with a fork.

  3. Can I use butter instead of margarine?

    Yes, butter can be used as a substitute for margarine in this recipe.

  4. What vegetables can I use for the broth?

    You can use carrots, celery, and red bell peppers as suggested, but feel free to add other vegetables like leeks or parsley for extra flavor.

  5. Can I make the sauce thicker?

    Yes, you can add a bit more flour to the milk mixture to achieve a thicker consistency.

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