Soto Ayam Kuning

Name: Soto Ayam Kuning
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Malaysian
Ingredients: 1 lb chicken breast, cut into chunks; 8 cups chicken broth; 1 tsp turmeric powder; 2 tbsp fresh ginger, minced; 1/2 oz galangal, sliced; 2 stalks lemongrass, bruised; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 shallots, sliced; 1/2 oz fresh turmeric root, sliced; 4 candlenuts or macadamia nuts; 1/2 tsp salt; 2 tbsp fresh lime juice

Aromatic Malaysian chicken soup with turmeric, ginger, and galangal. Warming, deeply flavorful, and traditionally served with rice and hard-boiled eggs.

45 minMediumServes 4220 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb chicken breast, cut into chunks
8 cups chicken broth
1 tsp turmeric powder
2 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
1/2 oz galangal, sliced
2 stalks lemongrass, bruised
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 shallots, sliced
1/2 oz fresh turmeric root, sliced
4 candlenuts or macadamia nuts
1/2 tsp salt
2 tbsp fresh lime juice

Instructions

1

In a pot, bring 8 cups chicken broth to a boil. Add 1 lb cut into chunks chicken breast and simmer for 15-20 minutes until cooked through (internal temp 165°F). Remove chicken and set aside, shredding it.
2

In a mortar and pestle or food processor, pound together 2 tbsp minced fresh ginger, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1/2 oz sliced fresh turmeric root, 4 candlenuts or macadamia nuts, and 2 sliced shallots to form a paste.
3

Heat oil in a pan and fry the paste for 2 minutes until fragrant.
4

Add the fried paste back to the broth. Add 2 stalks bruised lemongrass, 1/2 oz sliced galangal, 1 tsp turmeric powder, and 1/2 tsp salt. Simmer for 10 minutes.
5

Return the shredded chicken to the pot and heat through.
6

Finish with 2 tbsp fresh lime juice to taste. Serve hot with steamed rice and hard-boiled eggs.

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Questions

What internal temperature should Soto Ayam Kuning reach?

For Soto Ayam Kuning, the target internal temperature is 165 F (about 75 C), given in step 1. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Do I need any special equipment for Soto Ayam Kuning?

Beyond a knife and a board, the method uses a food processor (step 2) and a mortar and pestle (step 2). If you do not have one, a sharp knife and patience, or a blender in short pulses, stands in for the food processor.

What can I use instead of candlenuts in Soto Ayam Kuning?

The entry for Soto Ayam Kuning calls for 4 candlenuts or macadamia nuts. In its place: Raw macadamia nuts or cashews, measure for measure.

Can I use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts in Soto Ayam Kuning?

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 Soto Ayam Kuning uses 1 lb chicken breast, cut into chunks.

How many calories are in Soto Ayam Kuning?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 220 calories, with 22 g protein, 12 g carbohydrate and 10 g fat, plus 2 g fiber and 940 mg sodium.

How long does Soto Ayam Kuning keep?

Refrigerate Soto Ayam Kuning for 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.

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