Portuguese braised chicken gizzards

Ingredients

• 1 kg cleaned chicken gizzards
• 1 large onion
• 4 garlic cloves
• 3 tomatoes
• 150 ml white wine
• 60 ml olive oil
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt, pepper and optional chilli

Step-by-step method

1. Check gizzards are thoroughly cleaned and halve larger pieces.
2. Soften onion and garlic in oil and add chopped tomatoes, bay and paprika.
3. Stir in gizzards and wine, then bring to the boil.
4. Add enough hot water to nearly cover and braise covered for 60–75 minutes, until very tender and fully cooked.
5. Adjust sauce consistency and serve hot with bread.