3 Hotel-style chicken soup recipes for breaking the fast, help restore energy

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Brilio.net – Preparing the same menu for breaking the fast often reduces enthusiasm for eating after enduring hunger all day. Chicken soup can be a smart choice because apart from warming an empty stomach, its nutritional content is very effective in quickly restoring hydration and energy to the body. To make the Ramadan atmosphere at home feel more special, serving soup with a restaurant or star hotel style touch can be a great way to pamper your family.

The advantage of this hotel-style soup lies in the balance of flavors that are not excessive but still taste “expensive” when eaten. Whether it’s a soft, thick texture to soothe the stomach or a refreshing clear broth at dawn, these three recipes are designed to be easy to make without losing their exclusive feel. You can present a luxurious dinner experience at your own dining table without having to leave the house during traffic jams before breaking the fast.

1. Creamy Chicken Soup

This soup is very suitable as an appetizer when breaking the fast because its soft and thick texture is able to coat the stomach comfortably. The savory taste of the combination of milk and butter provides a luxurious sensation, while the chicken fillet pieces ensure that your protein needs after fasting are met properly. Its long-lasting warmth makes this soup still delicious even when eaten slowly while chatting casually.

Material:

– 250 grams chicken breast fillet, cut into small cubes
– 500 ml chicken stock
– 200 ml liquid milk or heavy cream
– 2 tablespoons wheat flour
– 2 tablespoons butter
– 1/2 onion, finely chopped
– 1 carrot, cut into small cubes
– Salt, white pepper and mushroom stock to taste
– Chopped celery for sprinkling

How to make:

1. Melt the butter in a pan, then saute the onions until they smell good and the texture softens.
2. Add the chicken fillet pieces, cook until the color turns white, then add the flour and stir quickly so that the spices are evenly distributed.
3. Gradually pour in the chicken stock while continuing to stir until the texture of the sauce is smooth and there are no lumps of flour.
4. Add the carrots, season with salt, pepper and mushroom stock, then continue to cook until the carrots feel soft.
5. Pour in milk or heavy cream, stir well until it boils and the sauce thickens completely, then serve warm.

Duration: 30 Minutes
Servings: 3-4 People

2. Asparagus Chicken Soup

If you want a dish that is light but still elegant for your iftar meal together, this asparagus soup is the answer. The artistic texture of scrambled eggs in thick sauce gives an upscale appearance like a dish at a luxury wedding or hotel. Fresh asparagus provides a unique, appetizing aroma, perfect for whetting your appetite after a long day of activities.

Material:

– 200 grams chicken fillet, boiled then coarsely shredded
– 1 can of asparagus (cut into pieces) or fresh asparagus
– 1 liter of chicken stock
– 2 eggs, beaten well
– 3 cloves of garlic, crushed and chopped
– 2 tablespoons cornstarch, dissolved in a little water
– 1 tsp sesame oil
– Salt and pepper to taste

How to make:

1. Boil the chicken stock in a pan, then add the garlic which has been sautéed briefly until fragrant.
2. Add the shredded chicken and asparagus pieces to the slowly boiling broth.
3. Reduce the heat, pour in the beaten eggs little by little while stirring using a fork to create a fine fiber effect.
4. Add salt, pepper and sesame oil, then add the cornstarch solution while continuing to stir until the sauce reaches the desired consistency.
5. Cook briefly until all ingredients are evenly cooked, then remove from heat and serve immediately while hot.

Duration: 25 Minutes
Servings: 4 People

3. Chicken Ear Mushroom Soup

For a refreshing and hassle-free sahur menu, this soup with clear, aromatic broth is the best choice for families. The crunchy ear mushrooms provide an interesting texture, while the free-range chicken broth is very effective for maintaining body fitness during fasting the next day. Its clear appearance shows a clean taste quality, making the body feel light but still energized throughout the day.

Material:

– 1/2 free-range chicken, cut into small pieces
– 100 grams of black ear mushrooms, soaked and roughly sliced
– 1.5 liters of air
– 3 cloves of garlic, fried whole then crushed
– 2 cm ginger, crushed
– 1 clove of onion, cut into large pieces
– Salt, sugar and pepper to taste
– Fried garlic for sprinkling

How to make:

1. Boil the chicken over low heat with ginger and fried garlic so that the juice comes out without making the sauce cloudy.
2. Be diligent in removing the foam that appears on the surface of the cooking water so that the final broth remains clear and transparent and looks beautiful.
3. Add ear mushrooms and spring onions, then add salt, sugar and pepper according to your taste.
4. Cook until the chicken is really tender and the spices have penetrated the mushrooms and meat perfectly.
5. Turn off the stove, throw away the ginger pieces and green onions, then serve the soup sprinkled with fried garlic to make it more delicious.

Duration: 45 Minutes
Servings: 5 People

Cooking Chicken Soup FAQs

1. Can this soup be reheated for the sahur menu?

Yes, but for thick soups (Creamy & Asparagus), add a little water or milk when heating because the texture will be denser after being stored in the refrigerator.

2. How do you store leftover soup so it doesn’t go bad quickly during Ramadan?

Wait for the soup to reach room temperature, put it in an airtight container, then store it in the refrigerator so that its taste quality is maintained until dawn.

3. Which is better for breaking the fast, thick soup or clear soup?

Thick soups are suitable for soothing an empty stomach, while clear soups are superior at quickly hydrating the body due to their high water content.

4. Can chicken fillet be replaced with other parts such as thighs?

Of course, the chicken thighs will actually make the soup taste more tasty and juicy, but make sure to remove any excess fat so the broth doesn’t get too oily.

5. What is the function of ginger in the chicken ear mushroom soup recipe for fasting people?

Ginger functions to provide a warm feeling in the stomach, improve digestion, and help maintain the body’s immunity so that it doesn’t get weak easily when fasting.

(brl/tin)