Indonesia · Chicken · No. 411
Indonesian-Style Soto Ayam (Turmeric Chicken Soup with Noodles and Egg)
A single portion of Indonesian cooking, ready in 29 minutes with 9 minutes of prep. Written for one, so there is nothing to halve and nothing to waste.
Method
- 1
Boil the egg for 8 minutes, then cool and peel. Put the chicken, stock, turmeric, garlic, ginger and lemongrass into a saucepan, bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- 2
Remove the chicken, shred it, and return it to the pan.
- 3
Meanwhile, soak the noodles in boiled water for 4–5 minutes until tender, then drain and place in a bowl.
- 4
Ladle the hot soup and shredded chicken over the noodles.
- 5
Taste and adjust the seasoning.
- 6
Top with the boiled egg, beansprouts and spring onion, and serve with the lime wedge and chilli sauce on the side.
