2 t paprika
1 t ground cumin
1 t ground ginger
1 t turmeric
1/2 t cinnamon
1/4 t black pepper
2 T olive oil
3-4 lbs. chicken pieces
Salt
3 cloves minced garlic
1 chopped onion
1 c pitted green olives
1/2 c raisins
1/2 c water
Rind from 1 preserved lemon, rinsed, pulp saved for other use
1/4 c chopped cilantro
1/4 c chopped parsley
Combine all the spices. Pat chicken dry and coat with the spices. Let stand for 1 hour. Brown chicken in olive oil in a thick, heavy skillet. Salt lightly. Add garlic & onions, cover, & cook over low heat for 15 minutes. Add lemon, olives, raisins & water. Cover and simmer until chicken is cooked through & tender, about 30 minutes. Stir in parsley & cilantro, adjust seasonings to taste, and serve with couscous, rice or rice pilaf.