Chicken Shorba

Chicken Shorba is a fragrant and flavorful Indian soup, perfect for warming the soul while being low in carbs. This comforting dish combines tender chicken with an array of spices and vegetables, resulting in a nourishing broth that's both light and satisfying.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 200 grams, diced
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 inch, grated
• Tomato - 1 medium, chopped
• Green chili - 1, slit
• Cumin seeds - 1 teaspoon
• Coriander powder - 1 teaspoon
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Garam masala - 1/2 teaspoon
• Chicken broth - 500 ml
• Spinach - 50 grams, chopped
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds.
2. Add chopped onions, garlic, and ginger, sautéing until the onions turn translucent.
3. Stir in chopped tomatoes and green chili, cooking until the tomatoes soften.
4. Add diced chicken breast and cook until the chicken is no longer pink.
5. Sprinkle in coriander powder, turmeric powder, and garam masala, mixing well to coat the chicken.
6. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
7. Add chopped spinach and cook for an additional 5 minutes until wilted.
8. Season with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Stir in chopped cilantro just before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 75 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8.5 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle health and satiety.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the vegetables, promoting overall well-being.

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