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Chicken Yassa (Yassa au Poulet)
Char-grilled chicken quarters braised slowly in a sweet and pungent caramelized onion, Dijon mustard, and lime sauce.
The story
Hailing from the lush Casamance region of southern Senegal, Yassa is a culinary gift from the Jola people to the wider Francophone African repertoire. The genius of the dish lies in its balance of sharp citrus acidity, Dijon pungency, and the gentle sweetness of slowly melted onions. Marinating the meat and blistering it over charcoal before braising creates its inimitable layered flavor profile.
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