Chicken Shorba Recipe

Here’s a delicious recipe for Punjabi Chicken Shorba, a hearty and flavorful chicken soup spiced with Indian flavors. Perfect as a comforting dish or as a starter!

Ingredients

For the Shorba:

• 500g chicken (bone-in for added flavor, cut into medium pieces)
• 2 medium onions (finely chopped)
• 2 medium tomatoes (pureed)
• 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
• 2-3 green chilies (slit)
• 2 tablespoons oil or ghee
• ½ cup yogurt (whisked)
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• ½ teaspoon garam masala
• 4 cups water (or chicken stock)
• Salt, to taste

Whole Spices:

• 1 bay leaf
• 4-5 black peppercorns
• 2-3 green cardamom pods
• 1 small cinnamon stick
• 4-5 cloves

For Garnish:

• Fresh coriander leaves (chopped)
• Lemon wedges

Instructions

1. Sauté the Aromatics

1. Heat oil or ghee in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the whole spices (bay leaf, peppercorns, cardamom, cinnamon, and cloves) and sauté for 30 seconds until aromatic.
3. Add the chopped onions and cook until golden brown.

2. Cook the Base

1. Add the ginger-garlic paste and green chilies, and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
2. Stir in the tomato puree and cook until the oil separates.

3. Add Spices and Chicken

1. Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and cumin powder. Mix well.
2. Add the chicken pieces and sauté for 5-7 minutes until coated with the masala.

4. Add Yogurt and Simmer

1. Lower the heat and stir in the whisked yogurt. Mix continuously to avoid curdling.
2. Add water or chicken stock, salt, and garam masala. Bring to a boil.

5. Cook the Shorba

1. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let the shorba simmer for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is tender.
2. Adjust the consistency by adding more water if needed. The shorba should be light but flavorful.

6. Garnish and Serve

1. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
2. Serve hot with lemon wedges, naan, or steamed rice.

Pro Tips

• For a richer flavor, use homemade chicken stock instead of water.
• Adjust spices and chilies according to your heat preference.
• Bone-in chicken enhances the depth of flavor in the broth.

Enjoy this aromatic and soul-warming Punjabi Chicken Shorba! Perfect for any time of the year.

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