{"id":"recipe_f004c9bc2c","slug":"chicken-shorba","title":"Chicken Shorba","description":"A comforting, aromatic, and light Indian chicken soup infused with warming spices, ginger, and garlic.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":35,"totalMinutes":45,"activeMinutes":15},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"500g Chicken (bone-in pieces)","name":"Chicken","quantity":500,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1.1,"usUnit":"lb","form":"bone-in pieces","notes":"curry cut or small pieces","group":"Protein","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"2 tbsp Ghee","name":"Ghee","quantity":30,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"","notes":"or clarified butter","group":"Fats","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"1 large onion, finely chopped","name":"Onion","quantity":1,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"piece","form":"finely chopped","notes":"large","group":"Aromatics","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"1 tbsp Ginger-Garlic paste","name":"Ginger-Garlic Paste","quantity":15,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"paste","notes":"","group":"Aromatics","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"1 tsp Cumin seeds","name":"Cumin Seeds","quantity":5,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"seeds","notes":"whole","group":"Spices","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"3 Green Cardamoms","name":"Green Cardamom","quantity":3,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":3,"usUnit":"piece","form":"whole","notes":"","group":"Spices","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-7","original":"1 stick Cinnamon","name":"Cinnamon","quantity":1,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"piece","form":"stick","notes":"about 2 inches","group":"Spices","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-8","original":"1/2 tsp Turmeric powder","name":"Turmeric","quantity":2.5,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"tsp","form":"powder","notes":"","group":"Spices","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-9","original":"1 tsp Black pepper powder","name":"Black Pepper","quantity":5,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"powder","notes":"freshly ground preferred","group":"Spices","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-10","original":"1 liter Water","name":"Water","quantity":1,"unit":"l","usQuantity":1.1,"usUnit":"qt","form":"liquid","notes":"","group":"Liquid","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-11","original":"Salt to taste","name":"Salt","quantity":1.5,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/4","usUnit":"tsp","form":"","notes":"to taste","group":"Seasoning","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-12","original":"Fresh cilantro for garnish","name":"Cilantro","quantity":5,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"chopped","notes":"freshly chopped","group":"Garnish","optional":true}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"Heat 2 tbsp (30 ml) ghee in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Once hot, add cumin seeds, green cardamoms, and the cinnamon stick. Sauté for a few seconds until they become fragrant.","group":"Preparation","title":"Heat 2 tbsp ghee","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until translucent and soft. Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and sauté for another minute until the raw smell disappears.","group":"Preparation","title":"Add the finely chopped onion and sauté","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Add the chicken pieces and turmeric powder. Cook over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken pieces are lightly seared and have changed color.","group":"Cooking","title":"Add the chicken pieces and turmeric powder","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Pour in 1 liter (1.1 qt) of water and add salt. Bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a lid, and simmer for 25-30 minutes until the chicken is tender and cooked through.","group":"Cooking","title":"Pour in 1 liter of water","timerMinutes":30,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Stir in the black pepper powder. Taste and adjust salt if necessary. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro and serve hot in individual bowls.","group":"Garnishing","title":"Stir in the black pepper powder","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Garnishing"}],"notes":"Using bone-in chicken provides a much richer and more nutritious broth. If you prefer a clear soup, you can strain the liquid before adding the shredded chicken back in.","cuisine":{"group":"Desi","specific":["North Indian"]},"course":["soup"],"cookingMethod":["simmer","saute"],"equipment":["heavy-bottomed pot","chef's knife","stirring spoon"],"diet":["high_protein","low_carb","gluten_free"],"allergens":["milk"],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":4,"unit":"bowl","note":"Approximately 250ml per serving"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The broth can be prepared up to a day in advance. The flavors often deepen overnight."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.","reheatingNotes":"Reheat on the stovetop over medium heat until piping hot. 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