Savory Chicken and Mushroom Soup
Ingredients
- 1000 ml chicken broth
- 100 grams chicken breast, diced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 1 small head of cabbage, chopped
- 100 grams white mushrooms (button mushrooms)
- 5 shiitake mushrooms
- 5 cloves garlic
- 1 thumb-sized piece of ginger
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 2 tablespoons Rajarasa seasoning (or a similar seasoning mix)
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 sachet Royco chicken seasoning (or any chicken bouillon)
- Sugar, to taste
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
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Prepare the Ingredients: Begin by slicing the carrots and chopping the cabbage into bite-sized pieces. Dice the chicken breast into small cubes. Set these ingredients aside.
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Prepare the Aromatics: Smash the garlic cloves and finely chop them. Set aside. Peel and thinly slice the ginger.
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Soak the Mushrooms: Heat water in a bowl. Add the white mushrooms and shiitake mushrooms to the hot water to rehydrate. Let them soak while you continue with the recipe.
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Sauté Aromatics: Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add a splash of oil and sauté the garlic and ginger until fragrant and golden brown.
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Cook the Soup Base: Pour the chicken broth into the pot with the sautéed garlic and ginger. Bring it to a rolling boil.
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Add Vegetables and Chicken: Once the broth is boiling, add the sliced carrots, chopped cabbage, and diced chicken. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 3 minutes.
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Incorporate the Mushrooms: Drain the rehydrated mushrooms and add them to the pot. Stir to combine.
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Season the Soup: Add the Rajarasa seasoning, fish sauce, Royco chicken seasoning, sugar, freshly ground black pepper, and salt. Stir well to ensure the flavors meld together.
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Finish the Soup: Allow the soup to simmer for a few more minutes until the vegetables are tender and the chicken is cooked through.
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Add Sesame Oil: Just before serving, stir in the sesame oil for added richness and flavor. Adjust seasoning to taste if necessary.
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Serve: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and serve with a side of sliced chili peppers and soy sauce if desired.
This comforting and flavorful Chicken and Mushroom Soup is perfect for a nourishing meal any time of year. Enjoy the delicious blend of tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and fresh vegetables in every bowl!
