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Acha (fonio) and vegetable bowl with grilled chicken

Acha, also called fonio, is a small grain grown across the Middle Belt and northern Nigeria. Steamed and served with vegetables and grilled chicken, it makes a light bowl providing protein, fibre and B vitamins.

Prep
15 min
Cook
25 min
Total
40 min
Portions
4
  • Easy
  • Trying to conceive
  • Preparing for pregnancy
  • Preparing for fertility treatment
  • High-protein
  • Fibre-rich
  • Quick and easy
  • Lower in saturated fat
  • Gluten-free
Bowl of Nigerian acha fonio grain with vegetables and grilled chicken

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Ingredients

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This recipe contains foods that can contribute to a varied and balanced diet during pregnancy.

Method

  1. Step 1. Rinse the acha in two changes of water, then steam or simmer with the measured water for 10–12 minutes until soft and fluffy. Fork through.
  2. Step 2. Season the chicken with lime and a little salt and grill for 15–18 minutes, turning once, until the juices run clear and there is no pink meat.
  3. Step 3. Heat the oil, cook the onion for 3 minutes, then add the carrot, tomato and greens with a splash of water and cook for 6 minutes until just tender.
  4. Step 4. Slice the cooked chicken and serve over the acha with the vegetables and a squeeze of lime.

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