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Chicken Foot Soup with Lentils

Cultural Context

Chicken Foot Soup with Lentils is a beloved dish in Caribbean cuisine, particularly in Jamaica. Traditionally made using chicken feet, which are rich in collagen, this hearty soup is often enjoyed as a comforting meal. The addition of lentils not only enhances the nutritional value but also adds texture and flavor. This dish reflects the resourcefulness of Caribbean cooking, where every part of the animal is utilized. Today, variations can be found across the Caribbean and beyond, with each family adding their unique twist.

CaribbeanJMmain
75 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb chicken feet
1 cup lentils
4 cloves garlic
1 medium chocho (chayote)
1 large carrot
1 medium Irish potato
1 cup pumpkin (cubed)
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 Maggie seasoning cube
1 teaspoon conflict seasoning
8 cups water

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

chicken feet

🥗Healthier: skinless chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: chicken wings

Skinless chicken thighs provide similar flavor and texture.

lentils

🥗Healthier: split peas

💰Cheaper: dried beans

Dried beans are often less expensive and can be used interchangeably.

1

Wash the chicken feet thoroughly, cut off the nails, and clean them properly with lime or vinegar.

2

Chop the chocho (chayote), carrot, and Irish potato, and set aside.

3

Add the cleaned chicken feet and lentils to a pressure cooker.

4

Turn on the pressure cooker and cook for 15 minutes.

5

Cut around the mango seed and remove it before adding to the soup.

6

Add chopped pumpkin, chocho, carrot, and Irish potato to the pot with the chicken feet and lentils.

7

Pour in 6 cups of water and bring to a boil.

8

Add a Maggie seasoning cube and ground black pepper to the pot.

9

Add a teaspoon of conflict seasoning to the pot, mixing well.

10

When there are about 5 minutes left, add the pumpkin soup flavor mixture to the pot and stir to combine.

11

Let the soup cook for an additional 10 minutes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingboiling

Equipment Needed

large potcutting boardknifespoon

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Chicken Foot SoupLentil Chicken Foot Soup

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