How to Make Soup at Home - Easy Recipe
soup at home
Are you craving a warm, delicious soup without spending too much time in the kitchen? It’s cold outside, and what better way to enjoy the chill than with a hearty bowl of homemade soup! Follow these easy steps, and if you cook with love, the result will be amazing. Enjoy every spoonful!
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Ingredients
3 tablespoons oil
1 whole chicken (or 500g chicken pieces, with bones for flavor)
8 cups water or chicken broth
1 medium onion, chopped
2-3 cloves garlic, minced
2 medium carrots, diced
1 cauliflower (sliced into long pieces)
1 cup boiled corn
1-2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Sauces (chili, soy) – optional
1 cup cornflour (or adjust depending on desired consistency)
1 egg
Before You Start:
Wash the chicken: If you're using a whole chicken, give it a good wash first. If it has a smell, clean it with vinegar or salt and lemon.
How to do this: Apply vinegar (or salt and lemon) to the chicken, rub it all over, and let it sit for about 5 minutes (in the fridge or at room temperature). Rinse it thoroughly with water. Now you’re ready to proceed with the recipe.
Vegetables: You can add any vegetables you like and adjust the quantity to suit your taste. If you prefer, you can skip certain ingredients based on personal preference.
Egg: If you're not interested in using an egg, feel free to leave it out. It’s optional and doesn’t impact the flavor much.
Corn: Corn adds a special flavor to your soup. Have you ever heard of corn soup? It's made similarly, but if you skip the extra steps, it won’t affect your soup much.
If you're using fresh corn, make sure to peel and boil it in water until soft (about 4-6 hours). If you’re using pre-boiled corn, you’re good to go!
Instructions
Step 1: Chicken Preparation with Spices
Start by boiling the boneless chicken in a cooking pot. Add 2 tablespoons of oil, then fry the chicken for 1 minute. Add ginger garlic paste and stir. Add a bay leaf and fry until the chicken changes color. Pour in 8 cups of water and bring it to a boil.
Step 2: Prepare the Vegetables
Peel and chop the onion and carrots. If needed, peel the cauliflower and slice it into long pieces. Prepare the boiled corn.
Step 3: Fry the Vegetables
In a frying pan, add 1 tablespoon of oil. Add all the vegetables and fry. Season with salt and a little black pepper, then mix well.
Step 4: Add Seasonings to the Chicken
Add salt and black pepper to the chicken broth. Stir occasionally.
Step 5: Combine Vegetables and Add Egg
Add the vegetables to the chicken broth, then stir in chili sauce and soy sauce if desired. Add the beaten egg, stirring continuously so it separates into strands.
Step 6: Achieve the Right Texture
Mix 1 cup of cornflour with water, then slowly add it to the broth while stirring. Let it simmer until thickened.
Your Soup is Ready!
Enjoy your homemade corn chicken soup!
How to Serve soup? Wanna serve with me?
Pour the soup into a bowl, leaving space at the top. Add chili sauce, soy sauce, and sprinkle parsley on top.
Conclusion:
How to Make Soup at Home – Easy Recipe
Take a cooking pot and add 2 tablespoons of oil. Add the chicken and fry it, then stir in garlic, ginger paste, and a bay leaf. Fry until the chicken changes color, then add 8 cups of water and bring it to a boil. While that’s heating, peel and chop the vegetables.
Next, heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a frying pan, then fry all the vegetables, adding a pinch of salt and black pepper. (You’ll add salt and pepper to the chicken too.)
In the chicken broth, add salt and black pepper. Stir well, then add the fried veggies and sauces (chili, soy). Stir gently, and then add the beaten egg while stirring continuously. Let it rest for a minute.
In a separate bowl, mix cornflour with water, then slowly add it to the soup while stirring. Stir for about 20 seconds, and you’re done! You’ve made your homemade soup – easy and delicious.
For more ideas, check out my other recipes:
How to Make Soup Without Chicken
How to make vegetable broth with flavorful taste
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FAQs
What are the 7 steps of making soup?
Start with water, stock, or oil. Prepare ingredients like chopped veggies, meat, or chicken. Fry ingredients like onions, ginger garlic paste, and bay leaf. Add veggies and chicken after frying. Pour in water and simmer for 5 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and sauces. Serve in a bowl with herbs or toppings.
What are the basic steps of preparing soup?
Start with preparation by chopping ingredients. Fry the ingredients. Add liquids like water or broth. Simmer until ingredients are tender. Adjust spices and serve.
How can you make homemade soup?
Combine chopped veggies with flavorful liquid. Add seasonings and spices. Simmer and season. Serve in a wholesome bowl.
Can I just use water for soup?
Yes, you can use water with spices, herbs, and cornflour for thickening.
Easy soup recipe with few ingredients?
Ingredients: onioncarrotgarlicwatersaltblack pepperSteps: Fry garlic and onion. Add chopped veggies and water. Simmer, and you’re done!
What is the general formula of soup?
Start with a soup base, add veggies or protein, fry, simmer, top with garnish, and serve delicious soup with protein.
Can I make soup without eggs?
Yes, eggs are optional. Feel free to skip them if you prefer.
What is the alternative to cornflour?
You can use mashed potatoes or roux (butter and flour) as an alternative.
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