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Chicken Shorba

Chicken Shorba Recipe
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Warm up your winter nights with this comforting Chicken Shorba Recipe, a delightful spiced chicken soup that not only nourishes the body but also soothes the soul. This one-pot wonder is infused with aromatic spices and hearty ingredients, making it perfect for family dinners or cozy evenings at home. With fresh ginger, cilantro, and tender chicken simmered to perfection, each bowl is a symphony of flavors that promises to become a staple in your kitchen. Easy to make and customizable, you can adjust the spice levels or add fresh vegetables to suit your taste. Enjoy this wholesome dish that brings warmth and comfort to every meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon ghee or butter
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 3–4 garlic cloves
  • 2-inch piece of ginger, chopped
  • 15 fresh cilantro stalks (stems & leaves separated)
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1–2 Kashmiri dried chilies
  • 8 black peppercorns
  • 1 lb bone-in skinless chicken thighs & drumsticks
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 4 cups warm water
  • 1/4 teaspoon garam masala

Instructions

  1. Heat ghee in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, ginger, cilantro stems, and whole spices; sauté for about a minute.
  2. Layer chicken pieces in the pot and sear lightly for one minute on each side. Sprinkle with salt and pour in warm water to cover the chicken.
  3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 35 to 45 minutes.
  4. Strain the shorba through a colander to separate solids from liquid. Shred chicken and return it to the pot with shorba.
  5. Stir in chopped cilantro leaves, garam masala, and cook for an additional five minutes without boiling.
  6. Serve warm with lemon slices and chopped scallions.

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