soupe aux pigeons _ شوربة الحمام سهلة _easy pigeon soup

pigeon

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: turkey

Chicken is more widely available and less expensive.

noodles

🥗Healthier: zucchini noodles

💰Cheaper: rice

Zucchini noodles are lower in carbs, while rice is more affordable.

Clean the pigeons and remove any feathers or innards.

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

Add chopped onions, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add the pigeons to the pot and cover with water.

Add bay leaves, thyme, and black peppercorns; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, until pigeons are tender.

Remove the pigeons and let cool; strain the broth into another pot.

Shred the meat from the pigeons and return it to the broth.

Add noodles and cook until tender, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in lemon juice and chopped parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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