Akoho gingembre (Malagasy ginger chicken)

Instructions

1. Cut the chicken into pieces and grate the ginger. Crush the garlic and slice the onion.
2. Heat the oil in a casserole and brown the chicken pieces on all sides, about 10 minutes.
3. Add the onion, garlic and ginger, then stir for 3 minutes.
4. Sprinkle over the turmeric, salt and pepper, and mix to coat the meat.
5. Pour in the water, cover and simmer gently for 35 minutes, until the chicken is fully cooked.
6. Remove the lid for the last 5 minutes to reduce the sauce, then serve with rice.