Japanese Chicken And Mushroom Soup Recipe

Name: Japanese Chicken And Mushroom Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: CHICKEN BROTH; 1 lb chicken wings; 1 lb chicken bones or 2 lbs chicken wings; 2 green onions, cut in 4,green part included; 2-inch fresh gingerroot; 2 teaspoons salt; 8 cups water; MUSHROOM SOUP; 1 chicken breast; 3 tablespoons sake; 2 tablespoons rice flour or 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 6 large fresh mushrooms; 6 cups chicken broth; 6 slices of thin limes or 6 slices lemons

Servings: persons

CHICKEN BROTH
1 lb chicken wings
1 lb chicken bones or 2 lbs chicken wings
2 green onions, cut in 4,green part included
2-inch fresh gingerroot
2 teaspoons salt
8 cups water
MUSHROOM SOUP
1 chicken breast
3 tablespoons sake
2 tablespoons rice flour or 2 tablespoons cornstarch
6 large fresh mushrooms
6 cups chicken broth
6 slices of thin limes or 6 slices lemons

1
FOR THE CHICKEN BROTH: Place all the ingredients in a saucepan and bring to the boil.
2
Cover and simmer over low heat for 1 hour.
3
Cool and strain through a very fine sieve to make as clear a broth as possible.
4
Cover and refrigerate.
5
Remove all particles of fat that settle on top.
6
FOR THE CHICKEN AND MUSHROOM SOUP: Cut chicken breast into long slivers.
7
Place in a bowl.
8
Pour sake on top and marinate 30 to 40 minutes.
9
Cut the mushrooms into small quarters.
10
You may add one imported dried mushroom for more flavour if you wish.
11
Drain the chicken, reserving the sake.
12
Roll each piece of chicken in rice flour or cornstarch.
13
Drop into a saucepan of boiling water and poach 10 minutes.
14
Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
15
Bring the chicken broth to the boil, add the reserved sake and taste for salt.
16
Add mushrooms and simmer 5 minutes.
17
Add the chicken pieces.
18
To serve, place a few pieces of chicken and some mushrooms in individual bowls, then fill the bowl with broth.
19
Top with a paper-thin slice of lime or lemon.
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*If you don't have chicken bones then use altogether for the chicken broth 3 pounds of chicken wings.
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1144

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

196

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: CHICKEN BROTH, 1 lb chicken wings, 1 lb chicken bones or 2 lbs chicken wings, 2 green onions, cut in 4,green part included, and more.

Yes, Japanese Chicken And Mushroom Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Japanese Chicken And Mushroom Soup

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Variations & substitutions

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