Gizdodo

Ingredients(for 1 medium bowl per person)

• 250g Chicken gizzards (cleaned and chopped)
• 2 large Ripe plantains (peeled and diced)
• 1 medium Red bell pepper (chopped)
• 1 medium Onion (sliced)
• 2 medium Tomatoes (blended or chopped)
• 1 small Scotch bonnet pepper (chopped, optional for less heat) - optional
• 2 Garlic cloves (minced)
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil (for shallow frying)
• 1 teaspoon Thyme (dried or fresh)
• to taste Salt and black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley or scent leaves (chopped, for garnish) - optional

Instructions

1. 1

   Wash gizzards thoroughly, place in a pot with enough water, add half the sliced onion, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Boil for 10-12 minutes until tender. Drain and set aside.

   12 minutes

   Cut gizzards into small, bite-sized pieces for even cooking.

2. 2

   Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet. Add boiled gizzards and sauté until lightly browned. Remove and set aside.

   4 minutes

   Browning adds extra flavor without excess oil.

3. 3

   Add the remaining oil to the pan. Fry diced plantains on medium heat until golden and crisp. Drain on kitchen paper to remove excess oil.

   4 minutes

   Use ripe but firm plantains to avoid mushiness.

4. 4

   In the same pan, add remaining onion, garlic, and Scotch bonnet pepper. Sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.

   2 minutes

   Keep heat moderate to prevent burning the garlic.