Chicken Mulligatawny Soup Recipe
Overview
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Rating: ★★★★★ (5 reviews)
Description
Discover the ultimate comfort in a bowl with Chicken Mulligatawny Soup, a cherished recipe from “The Frugal Gourmet On Our Immigrant Ancestors.” This soup is hailed as one of the best chicken soups ever tasted, combining a rich broth with aromatic spices and tender chicken. It’s easy to prepare, though it requires a medley of spices that add depth and warmth to every spoonful.
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 lbs chicken thighs
- 8 cups water
- 1 tbsp ghee
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 2 yellow onions, chopped
- 1 1/2 celery ribs, diced
- 1/4 cup diced carrots
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/4 tsp cardamom
- 1/2 tsp dried ginger
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp fresh coriander, chopped (for garnish)
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Nutrition Information (per serving)
- Calories: 346.9
- Total Fat: 23.1g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Cholesterol: 122.1mg
- Sodium: 1326.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 8.6g
- Fiber: 2.2g
- Sugars: 3.5g
- Protein: 25.6g
Instructions
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Prepare the Chicken: In a 4-quart pot, simmer the chicken thighs in 4 cups of water, covered, until tender, about 30 minutes.
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Cool and Debone: Remove the chicken thighs from the pot, allow them to cool, then debone and chop the meat and skin coarsely. Reserve the stock in the pot.
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Saute Aromatics: In a large frying pan, heat the ghee and butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic, chopped onion, diced celery, and carrots. Saute until the onion is tender.
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Combine Ingredients: Transfer the sauteed mixture to the pot with the reserved chicken stock. Add an additional 4 cups of water to the pot along with turmeric, red pepper flakes, cumin, cardamom, dried ginger, and salt.
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Simmer the Soup: Cover the pot and simmer for 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
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Add Chicken: Add the deboned and chopped chicken back into the pot. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to heat the chicken through.
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Garnish and Serve: Stir in chopped fresh coriander and season with freshly ground black pepper according to taste preferences. Serve hot and enjoy the comforting flavors of this Chicken Mulligatawny Soup.
This recipe captures the essence of homemade comfort with its rich broth and aromatic spices, making it a perfect choice for a satisfying meal any time of the year. The blend of flavors ensures each spoonful is a delight, warming both body and soul. Whether you’re a beginner cook or a seasoned chef, this dish promises to be a hit with its simplicity and depth of flavor.
