Shorba de frango

Ingredientes

• 1 tablespoon ghee or butter
• 1 small onion, roughly chopped
• 3-4 garlic cloves, skin on
• 2-inch piece of ginger, roughly chopped
• 1 lb (450g) bone-in skinless chicken thighs & drumsticks
• 4 cups warm water
• 15 fresh cilantro stalks (stems & leaves separated)
• 1 bay leaf
• 1-2 Kashmiri dried chili
• 8 black peppercorn
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon garam masala
• 1/2 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper (adjust to taste)
• 1 tablespoon heavy cream (optional) or use 1/4 cup milk
• Lemon slices
• Chopped scallions

Modo de preparo

1. 1

   Prepare all ingredients by chopping as needed.

2. 2

   In a large pot on medium heat, melt ghee and sauté the onion, garlic, ginger, cilantro stems, and whole spices for about 1 minute.

3. 3

   Add the chicken pieces to the pot and lightly sear them for about a minute on each side. Sprinkle salt over the chicken and cover with water.

4. 4

   Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 35 to 45 minutes (8 minutes in an Instant Pot).

5. 5

   Strain the broth from the chicken using a colander. Let the chicken cool before shredding it.

6. 6

   Return the broth to the pot and add shredded chicken along with cilantro leaves, garam masala, black pepper, and heavy cream if desired. Simmer gently for an additional 5 minutes.

7. 7

   Serve warm with lemon slices and chopped scallions.