Kushikatsu Soup

Kushikatsu Soup is a comforting Japanese dish featuring deep-fried skewers of seasoned meat and vegetables served in a flavorful broth. This Halal variation offers a unique twist to the traditional recipe, perfect for a cozy meal.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 200 grams, cut into bite-sized pieces
• Zucchini - 100 grams, sliced
• Mushrooms - 100 grams, sliced
• Onion - 1 medium, sliced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Vegetable oil - for frying
• Panko breadcrumbs - 100 grams
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Mirin - 1 tablespoon
• Dashi stock - 500 milliliters (or vegetable broth for a vegan option)
• Green onions - for garnish

Steps

1. Prepare the dashi stock by bringing 500 milliliters of water to a boil, then adding dashi powder and stirring until dissolved.
2. In a bowl, season the chicken pieces with salt, black pepper, soy sauce, and mirin. Let marinate for 15 minutes.
3. Once marinated, skewer the chicken pieces, zucchini slices, and mushroom slices onto bamboo skewers.
4. Dredge each skewer in panko breadcrumbs, ensuring they are well coated.
5. Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry the skewers for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
6. In a separate pot, sauté sliced onions, garlic, and ginger in a little oil until fragrant.
7. Pour the prepared dashi stock into the pot with sautéed vegetables and bring to a simmer. Cook for about 10 minutes.
8. Serve the hot broth in bowls, topped with the fried kushikatsu skewers and garnish with chopped green onions.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 75 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High protein content from chicken helps in muscle building.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the vegetables used.

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