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Name: Authentic Rechta Recipe
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 60 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Algeria
Ingredients: *For the Noodles:**; 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup (120ml) water (approximately, adjust as needed); 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for coating); *For the Chicken and Sauce:**; 1 whole chicken (about 3-4 lbs / 1.5-1.8 kg), cut into pieces; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 large onion, finely chopped; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom (optional, but traditional); 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat); 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste); 1 can (15 oz / 425g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed; 4 cups (1 liter) water or chicken broth; 1 tablespoon honey or sugar (for sweetness, adjust to taste); 1/2 cup fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Rechta

Algeria

Algiers, Blida

Thin steamed noodles with chicken, chickpeas, and cinnamon-spiced sauce.

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