Shorba Chicken Recipe | Pakistani Recipes | Hina Barkat.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are more affordable.

fresh cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Parsley provides a similar flavor while being more accessible.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola oil is often cheaper.

black pepper

🥗Healthier: white pepper

💰Cheaper: ground pepper

White pepper can provide a different flavor profile.

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and ginger, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add diced tomatoes and green chilies; cook until tomatoes soften, about 3-4 minutes.

Add chicken pieces, stirring to coat with the mixture, and cook for 5 minutes.

Sprinkle in coriander, cumin, turmeric, and black pepper; mix well.

Pour in water and bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.

Cover and simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.

Remove chicken, shred it, and return to the pot.

Stir in lemon juice and adjust seasoning with salt.

Add fresh cilantro before serving.

Serve hot with rice.

Cooking Techniques

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