Arabian Chicken Shorba | winter special chicken 🍗 soup recipe 😋

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner while chicken thighs are more economical.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, while bouillon is cost-effective.

cumin

🥗Healthier: ground coriander

💰Cheaper: cumin seeds

Ground coriander offers a similar flavor profile, while seeds are less expensive.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: green onions

Parsley provides a fresh taste, while green onions are budget-friendly.

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

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

Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add diced carrot and cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.

Mix in chopped tomato and cook until it breaks down, about 5 minutes.

Add chicken drumsticks to the pot and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Sprinkle in paprika, black pepper, cinnamon stick, green cardamom, bay leaf, and black peppercorns; stir to combine.

Add instant oats and vegetable cube (if using) to the pot.

Pour in enough water to cover the ingredients and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and simmer until chicken is cooked through and tender, about 30-40 minutes.

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

Stir in fresh coriander just before serving.

Season with salt to taste and serve hot.

Cooking Techniques

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