A good soup starts with a good stock! Asad Memon shows you how to make homemade Chicken Stock from scratch, packed with rich flavor and perfect for your favorite soups, gravies, and everyday cooking. Make a batch at home and keep this winter essential ready whenever you need it! #FoodFusion #HappyCookingToYou #ChickenStock #ChickenStockRecipe #HomemadeChickenStock #AsadMemon #WinterSpecial #souprecipes
Ingredients:
-Pyaz (Onion) 1 medium
-Adrak (Ginger) 1-inch piece
-Lehsan (Garlic) 8-10 cloves
-Gajar (Carrot) peeled 1 medium
-Celery 2 stems
-Kali mirch (Black peppercorns) ½ tsp
-Darchini (Cinnamon stick) 1
-Water 4 liters
-Iodized Himalayan pink salt ½ tsp or to taste
-Chicken bones 1 kg
Direction:
-In a bowl, place a muslin cloth.
-Add onion, ginger, garlic, carrot, and celery; crushed black peppercorns with a knife & cinnamon stick to the muslin cloth & tie the knot properly to make a pouch.
-In a cooking pot, add water, pink salt, chicken bones & the prepared pouch.
-Turn on the flame. Bring it to simmer then remove scum.
-Cover partially & cook on low flame for 2 hours.
-Turn off the flame & Remove the cover.
-Remove pouch & discard it.
-In a bowl, place a strainer & take out chicken bones from stock & put them in a strainer, then strain stock properly. (Yield: 3 liters)
-Chicken stock is ready!
-It can be stored in an airtight container for 7 days in the refrigerator & in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Health Benefits of Homemade Chicken Stock:
-Promotes Gut Health & Aids Digestion: Slow-simmering chicken bones releases natural collagen and gelatin, which help soothe, seal, and repair the gut lining, making it gentle and easy on the digestive system.
-Boosts Immunity: Rich in nutrients and minerals from fresh aromatics like ginger, garlic, and onions, this warm stock helps strengthen your immune system and keeps seasonal colds at bay.
-Supports Joint & Bone Health: Natural glucosamine, chondroitin, and essential minerals extracted from the chicken bones help keep your joints lubricated, reduce joint pain, and support strong bones.
-Helps with Weight Loss & Hydration: Low in calories yet rich in protein and hydration, a warm cup of stock keeps you feeling full and satisfied longer, curbing unnecessary cravings.