Henko Whole Hen 1200g

Description

Henko Whole Hen 1200g is a mature chicken (hen) rather than a young broiler — firmer-textured and more deeply flavoured, the traditional choice for long-simmered Nigerian chicken stew and soups where the bird has time to release real flavour into the pot. Whole hen is less suited to quick frying or grilling than younger chicken, but rewards a slow, well-seasoned simmer.

How to cook

• Thaw overnight in the fridge — never at room temperature.
• Clean thoroughly, season generously, and simmer slowly in a tomato and pepper stew base or soup pot until tender.
• Pair with scotch bonnet, tatashe, curry and thyme for classic Nigerian chicken stew.

Storage

• Keep frozen at -18°C until ready to cook. Defrost in the fridge, cook within 24 hours of thawing, and reach a minimum internal temperature of 75°C before serving.

Frequently asked

What's the difference between a hen and a regular chicken?

A hen is a mature bird with firmer meat and a deeper flavour, best suited to slow stewing or soup rather than quick frying.

How long should I simmer it?

Plan for a longer cook than you would for a young chicken — the firmer meat needs time to become tender and to flavour the stew.