Village-Style Chicken Soup in Afghanistan!! Simple But SO Good

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner and chicken thighs are less expensive.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: frozen herbs

Dried herbs are lower in cost and have a longer shelf life.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

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

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: parsnips

Sweet potatoes add nutrients, while parsnips can be less costly.

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, ginger, turmeric, coriander, and cumin; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add chicken pieces and cook until lightly browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Pour in water and bring to a boil; reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes.

Remove chicken, shred the meat, and discard the bones and skin.

Return shredded chicken to the pot along with chopped carrots, potatoes, and celery.

Simmer until vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Stir in fresh herbs and lemon juice just before serving.

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