2 cups dry white wine, good quality
oil ( for frying)
flour, seasoned ( see directions)
salt and pepper
1 large onion, chopped
4 large tomatoes, ripe, peeled and chopped
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried basil
2 chilies, seeds and ribs removed, chopped
2 large carrots, chopped
2 large potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
1 cup green olives, stuffed
12 prunes, pips removed
4 large bananas, each cut into 4 pieces
3 tablespoons sugar
3 garlic cloves, crushed, chopped ( or more)
Marinate chicken in wine for a few hours or overnight. Drain; reserve the wine. Roll the chicken pieces in seasoned flour. Seasoning can be salt and white pepper, or you can use a seasoning salt or chicken spice. Brown on all sides in oil. Then add the prepared onion, tomatoes, reserved wine, herbs and chillies. Cover and simmer gently for 30 minutes.