SPICY INDIAN CHICKEN SOUP

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Onion, ginger, and garlic -- a classic flavor trio in Indian cuisine -- form the base of this soup, which takes on a pleasing spiciness when finished with cumin, coriander, and chile. A squeeze of orange juice adds a touch of natural sweetness.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 whole chicken (about 4 pounds), cut into pieces (including back)
8 cups water
Coarse salt
2 medium onions, quartered
6 garlic cloves, smashed
1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh ginger, plus 3 thin slices
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 1/4 teaspoons whole coriander seeds
1 teaspoon whole cumin seeds
1 teaspoon whole mustard seeds (yellow or brown)
6 canned whole peeled tomatoes, finely chopped (1 cup)
1 serrano chile, thinly sliced
Garnish: sliced scallions and orange wedges

Steps:

  • Bring chicken, water, and 1 tablespoon salt to a boil in a large stockpot. Skim foam. Add onions, garlic, and chopped ginger. Reduce heat. Simmer, partially covered, for 30 minutes.
  • Remove breast, and set aside. Simmer, partially covered, for 30 minutes.
  • Strain soup through a sieve. Reserve legs and thighs, and discard remaining solids. Let chicken cool slightly. Remove meat from bones, and slice.
  • Heat oil in a stockpot over medium-high heat. Cook spices until fragrant and mustard seeds are popping, about 1 minute. Stir in tomatoes. Cook, stirring, until liquid has evaporated, about 4 minutes. Add reserved soup, chile, and ginger slices. Simmer for 5 minutes. Skim fat. Season with salt. Stir chicken into soup. Garnish with scallions, and serve with orange wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381 g, Cholesterol 117 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 38 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 747 g

Md Momin Islam kazi
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I can't wait to make this soup again.


ATIQ Raza
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This soup is a great party food. It's easy to make and it's always a hit.


Rabnawaz Ahmad
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I'm not a big fan of Indian food, but this soup was really good.


Celly Wanjee
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This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Jitendra Gupta
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I love the smell of this soup cooking in my kitchen.


Fouzia Niaz2610
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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day.


ya nawzad
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I found that the soup was a little bland. I added some extra spices and it was much better.


Prashant Jha
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This soup is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort.


Azan Al.mamari
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The soup was a little too spicy for my taste, but I was able to tone it down by adding some yogurt.


ZeKo Zafar
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great make-ahead meal.


Abidemi Yusuf
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I love the versatility of this recipe. I've made it with different types of chicken and vegetables, and it's always delicious.


Jason Lessor
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This is my new favorite soup recipe. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Iv akter
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great. The soup was flavorful and the chicken was tender.


TECH TRENDS
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I was skeptical about the spice level, but it was perfect. It had a nice kick without being overpowering.


Lydia Newton
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This soup was a hit with my family! The flavors were bold and complex, and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.