CANJA (THICK CHICKEN RICE SOUP)
½ whole chicken, cut up
2 medium onions, chopped
3 - 4 chicken bouillon cubes
1 c. short-grain white rice (may substitute long-grain)
Sauté onions in oil. Next, add chicken pieces, bouillon cubes and a sufficient amount of water. After bringing to a boil, add rice and stir occasionally. Simmer approximately 30 - 35 minutes, until desired consistency. This thick soup is offered at special family events and on New Year's eve.
country : Cape Verde
course : soup
source : http://www.umassd.edu/specialprograms/caboverde/cvrecipes.html