Sri Lankan Chicken Soup Recipe| Tempered| #aasai rasai

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, while evaporated milk is more economical.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is a plant-based protein, while chicken thighs are less expensive than breasts.

curry leaves

🥗Healthier: bay leaves

💰Cheaper: dried curry powder

Bay leaves provide a similar aromatic flavor, while dried curry powder is more accessible.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice offers a similar acidity, while vinegar is often cheaper.

On medium heat, sauté the onions in olive oil until lightly fried.

Add vegetables, parsley, ginger, and garlic.

Add all the water.

Cover and cook on medium or medium-low until it comes to a rolling boil.

Stir and continue to boil for 5 to 10 minutes.

Add the chicken and stir. Cook for 2 or 3 minutes and turn off heat.

Let soup sit on hot stove and its own heat to further cook until vegetables are tender (30 to 45 minutes).

Add lime juice, salt, and pepper as needed before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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