| Hearty Mulligatawny Stew |
A comforting one-pot soup made with chicken, vegetables, lentils,... |
stew, soup, Indian-inspired, one-pot, easy |
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Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.","tips":"Ensure the chicken is browned to develop flavor."},{"step_number":3,"description":"Add the rest of the butter, chopped onion, celery, carrots, and apple to the pot. Season with sea salt and saut\u00e9 until the onions are translucent, about 2 to 3 minutes.","tips":"Do not rush the saut\u00e9ing process to maximize flavor."},{"step_number":4,"description":"Stir in garlic, turmeric, curry powder, cumin, ground ginger, and cardamom; saut\u00e9 for about 20 seconds until fragrant.","tips":"Keep the heat low so the spices do not burn."},{"step_number":5,"description":"Add the tomato paste and stir until evenly distributed.","tips":"Tomato paste adds a depth of flavor and richness."},{"step_number":6,"description":"Stir in red lentils, chickpeas, coconut milk, and chicken stock. Return the chicken to the pot and bring to a boil.","tips":"Check lentils for any small stones before cooking."},{"step_number":7,"description":"Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.","tips":"Simmering allows the flavors to meld."},{"step_number":8,"description":"Remove the chicken, chop into bite-sized pieces, and return to the stew.","tips":"Ensure chicken pieces are roughly equal in size for even distribution."},{"step_number":9,"description":"Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed. Ladle into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro. Serve warm.","tips":"Taste again before serving to ensure flavors are balanced."}]}],"prep_time":"15 minutes","cook_time":"30 minutes","total_time":"45 minutes","servings":"10 servings","tags":["stew","soup","Indian-inspired","one-pot","easy"],"notes":"You can easily customize the protein used in this stew, and adjust the consistency by adding more stock or coconut milk as needed."} |
