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Mulukhiyah Soup

A silky Middle Eastern herb soup made with tender jute leaves, garlic, and simmered chicken in a savory broth.

40 minMediumServes 4240 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 lb boneless chicken breast, cubed
  • 400 g frozen finely chopped mulukhiyah, thawed
  • 2 tbsp ghee
  • 6 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tsp ground coriander
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    Bring 4 cups chicken broth to a simmer in a large pot over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add 1 lb cubed boneless chicken breast and 1 tsp salt, cooking for 12 to 15 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.

  3. 3

    Whisk 400 g thawed frozen finely chopped mulukhiyah into the broth and simmer gently over low heat for 5 minutes without boiling.

  4. 4

    Heat 2 tbsp ghee in a small skillet over medium heat, then add 6 minced garlic cloves and 2 tsp ground coriander, sizzling for 2 minutes until golden.

  5. 5

    Pour the sizzling garlic mixture into the soup, stir in 2 tbsp lemon juice, and serve immediately.

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Questions

What internal temperature should Mulukhiyah Soup reach?

For Mulukhiyah Soup, the target internal temperature is 165 F (about 75 C), given in step 2. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

What can I use instead of ghee in Mulukhiyah Soup?

The entry for Mulukhiyah Soup calls for 2 tbsp ghee. In its place: Use unsalted butter where the heat is moderate, or a neutral oil where it is high. Clarifying butter yourself takes about ten minutes.

Can I use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts in Mulukhiyah Soup?

Yes. Boneless thighs at the same weight are more forgiving and stay juicier. Give them two to four minutes longer; they are at their best around 175 F rather than 165 F. As written, the entry for Mulukhiyah Soup uses 1 lb boneless chicken breast, cubed.

Can I make Mulukhiyah Soup dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Mulukhiyah Soup is 2 tbsp ghee. Swap the butter for olive oil where it melts, or a plant-based block butter where it is creamed. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Is Mulukhiyah Soup keto-friendly?

A serving of Mulukhiyah Soup carries 8 g of carbohydrate, 3 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 40 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 8 percent.

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