| Chicken and Vegetable Soup |
Chicken and Vegetable SoupIngredients (serves 5) 2 chicken drumsticks (Remove skin and visible fat) 3 cups water 1/2 carrot, diced 1 potato, diced 1/2 large onion, chopped 1 stalk celery 2 Chinese mushrooms, soaked and diced 2 dsp unsaturated oil 1/2 tsp salt Pepper Garnishing 2 stalks spring onions, chopped 2 shallots, sliced Method : * Boil drumsticks in water for 30 minutes. Remove and shred. Return bones to stock. * Heat oils and fry shallots until fragrant. Remove and drain off excess oil on paper towels. * Add vegetables to boiling stock. Simmer until cooked. Remove chicken bones. * Add shredded chicken, spring onions and fried shallots. Season with salt and pepper and serve. Useful tips: * Carrots and potatoes are best eaten with the skin on for added dietary fibre. * Tomato slices can be added to enhance the flavour of soups. Recipe courtesy of Home Economics Teachers Association |