Imbakbaka - Libyan Chicken Pasta Dish

Step 1

Bring 8 cups of water to boil in a kettle.

Step 2

Sautee the onion in the canola oil over medium-high heat until translucent.

Step 3

Add the chicken and brown on all sides.

Step 4

Lower the temperature. Add the garlic, tomato paste, all the spices including salt & pepper, and cook 2-3 minutes.

Step 5

Raise the heat to medium high, add the 8 cups of hot water, bring to boil, reduce to simmer, and cook for ~20 minutes until the chicken is cooked.

Step 6

Bring back to a boil and add 2 whole jalapeños and 1 sliced thinly, and the pasta. Add more boiling water if necessary.

Step 7

The pasta will take longer to cook than if cooking in water. As soon as it is cooked, enjoy!