1lb.skinless boneless chicken breastscut into 2-inch chunks
2teaspoonssalt
1teaspoonwhite pepperground
2cupstomatoeschopped
2cupschicken stock
1tablespoontomato puree
1/2cupcoconut milk
2orangesjuice and zest of
1tablespooncoconut sugar
1teaspoonallspiceground
1teaspoonnutmegground
1/4cuppiccalilli or spicy relish
2tablespoonssambal oelekor to taste
1cupflat-leaf parsleychopped
Grated Potato or Pomtajer Topping
1poundrusset potatoespeeled and grated
1white onionpeeled and grated
3eggs
1teaspoonpaprika powder
1teaspoonground black pepper
1teaspoonsalt
Instructions
Cook Onions and Chicken
Take the juice of one orange, a dash of salt and your chicken pieces into a mixing bowl. Massage the salt and citrus juice into the chicken, then let sit for several minutes while you tend to your onions
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large wok or saucepan over medium-high heat.
Add in your onions and stir.
Cook the onions for 5-6 minutes as they turn translucent, then take a slotted spatula to remove them. Set aside
Drain the orange juice from the mixing bowl of chicken, then add your chicken into the same wok/saucepan with two more tablespoons of olive oil, salt and pepper
Sear your chicken for 2-3 minutes each side as the outside starts to brown.
Prepare Your Pom Filling
As the chicken browns, add back in the onions as well as the chopped tomatoes, chicken stock and tomato purée. Stir well.
Next, add in the coconut milk, orange juice, piccalilli (or relish), sambal, sugar, allspice and nutmeg into the pan. Stir well.
Add in some freshly chopped parsley and take the pan off of direct heat. Stir, then transfer the entire mixture into a nonstick (or oiled) casserole dish.
Make and Layer Pom Crust
Start by preheating your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
Next, begin grating the peeled potatoes and onion into a large mixing bowl. Stir to combine.
Add in eggs, paprika powder, salt and pepper. Mix thoroughly. Feel free to use your hands.
Once the potatoes are well mixed and coated in eggs and spices, carefully spread the grated mixture over top of your casserole dish. You want to cover every possible square inch of surface area so that the chicken is encapsulated in the casserole dish.
Place your pom in the oven and bake for 45 minutes or until your potato crust is golden brown and has a nice crunch to it.
Serve pom with some stir fried green beans or just enjoy it on its own.