Have you ever looked at a steaming pot of homemade chicken broth and thought it could be even better?Actually it’s very easy to transform Mom’s treasured soup recipe into a Mexican fiesta,a Turkish thrill,or a Singapore sensation.First decide what you’re in the mood for,then choose the flavoring palette from your desired country and begin with your basic recipe.Starters give you the initial flavor to a great pot of chicken soup and remain essentially the same throughout the world.
On the other hand,the vegetables you add will vary greatly according to cultural preference.Chilies are found in soups from Southeast Asia to India,while cinnamon stick would never be left out of North Africa’s finest pots.When it comes to thickeners,noodles,rice,and beans show up in endless variety and are used worldwide to add lushness and body to a broth.Fresh herbs are a must in homemade chicken broth,and depending on the amounts used,will add a delicate essence or a powerful punch.
Homemade Chicken Broth
To cook this delicious homemade chicken broth you’ll need the following ingredients:
1.large stewing chicken(5-6 ponds),quartered
2.4 large carrots,cut into chunks
3. 1 large onion,quartered
4. 6 cloves garlic,unpeeled
5.10 black peppercorn
Pour 5 quarts water into an 8-to10 quart pot.Add chicken pieces,heart,neck and gizzard(reserve liver for another use):bring to a boil over high heat.Skim impurities from the surface.Reduce the heat to medium-low and remaining ingredients.Simmer,covered with the lid slightly ajar,for 30 min.,skimming as necessary.
Strain the broth through a fine sieve set over a bowl.Discard the vegetables and bones.Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.Skim the fat from surface.(The broth can be stored,covered,in refrigerator for up to 2 days or in the freezer for up to 6 month.Looking for more chicken recipes?
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