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Soto Ayam

Yellow chicken soup.

60 minutes
Serves 3
Soup

Instructions

  1. 1

    Blend the turmeric, shallots, garlic, and coriander into a smooth yellow paste.

  2. 2

    Sauté the paste with bruised lemongrass in a large pot over medium heat until deeply fragrant and slightly darkened.

  3. 3

    Pour in the water and add the chicken. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 40 minutes to make a rich broth.

  4. 4

    Remove the cooked chicken, let it cool slightly, then shred the meat off the bones and set aside.

  5. 5

    Soak the glass noodles in hot water for 5 minutes until soft, then drain and divide among serving bowls.

  6. 6

    Top noodles with the shredded chicken, pour over the hot turmeric broth, and garnish with boiled eggs and fried shallots.

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