Description
A restorative, Southeast Asian-inspired noodle soup that balances the deep, savory richness of a whole chicken broth with the bright, zesty sparks of fresh ginger, lemongrass, and lime. This one-pot wonder uses smoked turkey to provide a deep, smoky undertone, creating a restaurant-quality meal that is both comforting and aromatic. Perfect for busy weeknights, it allows each diner to adjust the spice level to their liking, making it a versatile and healthy favorite for the whole family.
Ingredients
1 whole small chicken (approx 3 lbs)
3 quarts filtered water
4 ounces smoked turkey drumstick
3-inch piece of fresh ginger, sliced
2 stalks lemongrass, bruised
4 cloves garlic, smashed
2 Thai red chiles, halved
8 ounces rice noodles
2 tablespoons fish sauce
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
2 green onions, thinly sliced
Instructions
Place the whole chicken, smoked turkey drumstick, water, ginger, lemongrass, garlic, and chiles into a large stockpot.
Bring the liquid to a boil, then reduce heat to a gentle simmer for 90 minutes until the chicken is tender.
Carefully remove the chicken, shred the meat, and return the meat to the pot discarding the bones.
Add the rice noodles directly into the simmering broth and cook for 5-7 minutes until soft.
Stir in the fish sauce and fresh lime juice.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish generously with fresh cilantro and green onions.
Notes
If the soup requires more heat, add extra chiles during the simmering process. To keep this dish completely vegetarian-friendly, substitute the chicken with vegetable broth and use smoked tofu instead of the smoked turkey drumstick.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 120
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg