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

Prince Abdullah
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This soup is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I love the way the spices blend together.


Christiana Christiana
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I made this soup for my family and they loved it. It's a great soup for a cold day.


Jose ramirez333
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I'm not a big fan of spicy food, but this soup was surprisingly delicious. The spices were perfectly balanced and the chicken was cooked perfectly.


Hoorain Baloch
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This soup is a must-try! It's easy to make and the flavors are incredible. I love the spicy kick it has.


Stacie Herbert
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I made this soup for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The soup is flavorful and the chicken is cooked perfectly.


Twilile Nampemba
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This soup is delicious! The chicken is tender and the broth is flavorful. I love the combination of spices.


Courtney woods-marlton
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. It's easy to make and the flavors are amazing. I love the spicy kick it has.


Sherry Mwas
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This soup is so good! The spices are perfectly balanced and the chicken is cooked perfectly. I love that it's not too spicy, so everyone can enjoy it.


Sharlin Ahmed
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This soup was amazing! The flavors were incredible and the chicken was so tender. I will definitely be making this again.


Sk Kalam
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This soup is delicious and easy to make. I love the combination of spices and the chicken is always cooked perfectly. I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Abubakar Orakzai
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I love this soup! It's the perfect comfort food on a cold day. The spices are perfectly balanced and the chicken is always tender. I usually add a little extra ginger and garlic to taste.


Sioncoy Grant
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This soup was a hit with my family! It was easy to make and packed with flavor. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the broth was flavorful and spicy. We'll definitely be making this again.