PORTUGUESE CHICKEN, LEMON AND MINT SOUP

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Portuguese Chicken, Lemon and Mint Soup image

Provided by Emeril Lagasse

Time 2h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 wide strips lemon zest
4 sprigs mint, plus 1/4 cup chopped mint
1 stalk celery, roughly chopped
1 onion, roughly chopped
3 cloves garlic, crushed
4 sprigs parsley
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste
4 quarts water or low-sodium chicken broth (or a combination)
1/4 cup white rice
Juice of 1/2 lemon (2 tablespoons) Kosher salt
Cayenne pepper
1 4-to-5-pound chicken, cut into pieces

Steps:

  • Combine the chicken, celery, onion, garlic, parsley, lemon zest, mint sprigs, red pepper flakes and water or broth in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil and skim off any foam. Reduce the heat to medium low and simmer, skimming as needed, 45 minutes, or until the chicken is tender.
  • Strain the stock through a fine sieve into a large bowl. Transfer the chicken to a plate to cool and discard the vegetable mixture. Return the stock to the saucepan over medium-low heat and simmer until it is slightly reduced and flavorful, about 30 minutes. Add the rice and simmer until tender, about 20 more minutes.
  • When the chicken is cool enough to handle, remove the skin, then remove the meat from the bones and tear it into bite-size pieces. Add to the stock and cook 3 to 4 minutes. Add the lemon juice, chopped mint, and salt and cayenne pepper to taste; cook 2 to 3 more minutes.

md. mourshad
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This soup looks absolutely delicious!


Abusaleh Raian
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I'm excited to try this soup recipe this weekend.


Ekram Hossain
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I'm always looking for new soup recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill.


Farax Bashiir
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover chicken.


Papu Dancer
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my soup didn't taste anything like the picture.


Yantle Jakuja
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my soup turned out really watery.


Enock Lucheli
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Overall, I thought this soup was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.


Kevin Greenbak
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The soup was good, but I think it could have used more vegetables.


Hauwa Muhammad
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I found this soup to be bland and lacking in flavor.


badiieeyy rele
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This soup was a bit too sour for my taste.


Adamu Derbu
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This recipe was a keeper! I will definitely be making it again.


Sagar Studio
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Loved this soup! It was so flavorful and refreshing.


Billal Mia
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This soup was easy to make and tasted amazing. I would definitely recommend it.


Richard Bearteet
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I tried this recipe and it turned out great! The soup was flavorful and the chicken was cooked perfectly.


Nazliya 68
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This soup was absolutely delicious! The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the broth was light and refreshing. I will definitely be making this again.


ogunniyi funmilayo
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit. It's easy to make and the flavors are amazing. I love the bright and citrusy taste of the lemon and mint.


St Sakib
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This soup was a delightful surprise! The combination of chicken, lemon, and mint was incredibly refreshing and flavorful. I especially appreciated the simplicity of the recipe - it came together in no time.