Sop Ayam

Name: Sop Ayam
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 65 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indonesian
Ingredients: 2 lbs bone-in chicken thighs, cut in half; 1 tbsp vegetable oil; 4 shallots, minced; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 inch fresh ginger, sliced; 6 cups water; 2 carrots, sliced; 2 Yukon Gold potatoes, cubed; 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg; 1/2 tsp ground white pepper; 1 tsp salt; 2 celery stalks, chopped; 2 scallions, chopped

A classic Indonesian clear chicken soup made with tender chicken, potatoes, carrots, and aromatic spices.

65 minEasyServes 4280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 lbs bone-in chicken thighs, cut in half
1 tbsp vegetable oil
4 shallots, minced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 inch fresh ginger, sliced
6 cups water
2 carrots, sliced
2 Yukon Gold potatoes, cubed
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
1/2 tsp ground white pepper
1 tsp salt
2 celery stalks, chopped
2 scallions, chopped

Instructions

1

Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2

Add 4 minced shallots, 4 minced garlic cloves, and 1 inch sliced fresh ginger and cook for 3 minutes until fragrant.
3

Add 2 lbs cut in half bone-in chicken thighs and cook for 5 minutes until lightly browned.
4

Pour in 6 cups water and bring to a boil, skimming off any foam from the surface.
5

Stir in 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg, 1/2 tsp ground white pepper, and 1 tsp salt, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
6

Add 2 sliced carrots and 2 cubed Yukon Gold potatoes, simmering covered for 12 minutes until vegetables are tender.
7

Stir in 2 chopped celery stalks and 2 chopped scallions, then remove from heat and serve.

Questions

How long does Sop Ayam keep?

Refrigerate it up to four days, or freeze it in portions for up to three months. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water or stock to loosen it.

Can I halve or double Sop Ayam?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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