Chicken soup Somali way | Maraq digaag

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while thighs are more affordable.

coriander

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: cilantro

Parsley offers similar flavor with fewer calories.

bay leaves

💰Cheaper: dried thyme

Thyme is often more accessible.

oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier but can be pricier.

Heat oil in a pan

Add chopped onions and sauté for 2-3 minutes until starting to brown

Add cherry tomatoes and all chopped vegetables at the same time

Add lemon slices for flavor

Stir in grated garlic and fresh coriander

Add skinless baby chicken

Mix in vegetable seasoning, turmeric, cumin powder, and paprika

Add black pepper, ground ginger, and salt to taste

Boil water in a kettle, then add about 600 mL of hot water to the pan

Cover and cook for about 30 minutes

After 30 minutes, add more hot water if needed and cook for an additional 10 minutes

Reduce heat for the last 10 minutes of cooking

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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