Simple Chicken Soup for Everyday Cooking

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There are days when all I want is something simple, light, and comforting especially when the weather feels overwhelming or I don’t feel like spending too much time in the kitchen. This homemade chicken soup with turmeric is one of those recipes I always come back to.

The gentle warmth from ginger and turmeric gives the soup a beautiful golden colour and a naturally soothing flavour. It’s not heavy, yet still satisfying. It’s perfect for a quiet meal at home or when you need something nourishing.

This simple chicken soup is not just about taste. It’s about slowing down and enjoying something warm and nourishing. Whether you’re feeling under the weather or simply need a comforting meal, this golden soup is always a good idea.

What I love most about this recipe is how easy it is to prepare. With just a few basic ingredients, you can create a pot of soup that feels both comforting and wholesome.

Whether you’re cooking for yourself or your family, this is one of those simple recipes that never fails. It’s light, fragrant, and always comforting.

Full written steps, tips and exace measurements are below. Keep scrolling!!




INGREDIENTS

12 pcs chicken drumets (about 1.2kg)

3 tbsp lightsoy sauce

1 tsp sugar

3 heads shallots, slightly cut into small cubes

10 cloves garlic, crushed

3 stalks of lemongrass, bottom part only

8 thin slices of galangal

10 kaffir lime leaves, roughly torn

4” turmeric root with skin on, slice on a sharp bias           

2 dried chilies, cut into short lengths

3 tbsp tamarind paste

Salt to taste

Some fresh chopped cilantros 

Some sliced chilies

Tips for the Best Flavor

A. Use bone-in chicken for a richer broth

B. Lightly crush the garlic, lemongrass for stronger aroma

C. Simmer gently instead of boiling rapidly for a clearer soup

D. Add herbs like coriander or spring onion for freshness

 

METHODS

1. Marinate chicken drummets with light soy sauce and sugar for at least one hour.

2. Slightly crush the garlic. Cut the shallots to small pieces. Smash the lemongrass. Slice the galangal and turmeric.

3. In a large soup pot, place all the chicken. Add just enough water to cover the chicken by about an inch.

4. Add lemongrass, galangal, turmeric, dried chilies, shallots, garlics and  kaffir lime leaves. Simmer for 20 to 25 minutes on low heat with a lid loosely on (chicken drumets are very fast to cook).

5. Add the tamarind juice and salt to taste once the chicken is tender.

6. Remove those herbs from the pot so that the soup looks clear

7. Spoon the soup into a bowl, then garnish with chopped cilantro and slice chilies. Enjoy this dish with some steamed rice!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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