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.

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Questions

How long does Sop Ayam take?

As written, 65 minutes: 20 of prep and 45 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 5, at 25 minutes.

What internal temperature should Sop Ayam reach?

For Sop Ayam, the target internal temperature is 165 F (about 75 C), given in step 5. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

What can I use instead of shallots in Sop Ayam?

The entry for Sop Ayam calls for 4 shallots, minced. In its place: Use half as much yellow or red onion plus a small clove of garlic.

Can I use chicken breasts instead of chicken thighs in Sop Ayam?

Yes, with care. Breasts dry out sooner: pull them at 165 F, which usually means a few minutes less than the thighs would take. As written, the entry for Sop Ayam uses 2 lbs bone-in chicken thighs, cut in half.

How much protein is in Sop Ayam?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) has 28 g of protein in about 280 calories, alongside 14 g carbohydrate and 12 g fat, plus 3 g fiber and 680 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list. More like it: the high-protein soup collection.

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