Yemenite Soup

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chickpeas

Tofu provides a plant-based protein option, while chickpeas are budget-friendly.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier with a higher smoke point, while vegetable oil is economical.

fresh cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Parsley offers a similar flavor profile and is often more accessible.

black pepper

🥗Healthier: white pepper

💰Cheaper: paprika

White pepper has a milder taste, while paprika adds color and flavor.

Brown the chicken in a little oil and season with salt and pepper.

Set the browned chicken aside.

Boil water and add the chicken to it, skimming off the scum.

Add chopped vegetables including cilantro and tomatoes to the pot.

Simmer the mixture with the chicken and vegetables.

Add spices including salt, black pepper, and turmeric.

Pour in enough water to cover the vegetables and chicken, ensuring not to make it too watery.

Bring the mixture to a boil.

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