Mainly eaten in Romania.

Mujdei Chicken: Romanian Garlic Roast Chicken Thighs

Pui cu mujdei

Mujdei chicken is a simple Romanian dish of crispy roast chicken thighs served with a fresh garlic sauce.

80 min Easy 4 servings
Mujdei csirke recept: ropogós román fokhagymás csirkecomb
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Ingredients

4 servings
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For the mujdei

Method

  1. Seasoning the chicken

    Rinse the chicken thighs, pat them dry, then rub them well with salt, black pepper and paprika.

    10 min
  2. Roasting

    Place the thighs in a roasting tin, brush them with sunflower oil, and roast in a preheated 200°C oven over a medium heat, turning occasionally, until golden and crisp.

    45 min
  3. Garlic sauce

    Mash the garlic with salt to a paste, then gradually whisk in the oil, vinegar and warm water until you have a thick, creamy sauce.

    5 min
  4. Resting

    Remove the cooked chicken thighs from the tin and let them rest for a few minutes so the juices settle.

    10 min
  5. Serving

    Arrange the chicken thighs on a platter, pour the garlic sauce over them, and serve sprinkled with fresh parsley.

Estimated nutrition
NutrientTotal (4 servings)1 servings
Energy540 kcal135 kcal
Fat55 g14 g
of which saturates5,7 g1,4 g
Carbohydrates9,9 g2,5 g
Protein1,9 g0,5 g
Fibre0,6 g0,2 g

An estimate calculated from the raw weight of the ingredients. Not included: chicken thighs, salt, sweet paprika, sunflower oil, salt, water, parsley. Calculated with approximate data: vinegar. Source: USDA FoodData Central.

Allergens and diets Based on the ingredients, it shows which common allergens the recipe contains and which diets it suits (e.g. gluten-free, dairy-free). For sensitive digestion, high-FODMAP and lactose-containing ingredients are listed separately. For information only; always check the actual products.

Contains: none of the tracked allergens

May contain: sulphites (depends on the exact product used)

For sensitive digestion: garlic (high-FODMAP or lactose-containing ingredients)

The labels are based on ingredient names, for information only and not medical advice. With a severe allergy or condition, check the actual products and ask your doctor.

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