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20-Min Turmeric Chicken Soto with Ketupat

Golden turmeric broth loaded with shredded chicken, served with crispy ketupat rice cakes and tender vegetables. A weeknight version of Indonesia's most beloved soup, built on broth-paste shortcut and rotisserie chicken.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
285
Protein
32g
20-Min Turmeric Chicken Soto with Ketupat
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat broth in a large pot over medium-high until it begins to steam, about 2 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Whisk in turmeric paste and minced ginger until smooth and golden, stirring constantly for 1 minute.

  3. Step 3

    Add shredded chicken and stir to combine. Simmer for 3 minutes until the chicken is heated through.

  4. Step 4

    Stir in sliced cabbage and ketupat cubes. Simmer 2 minutes until cabbage softens slightly but stays crisp.

  5. Step 5

    Squeeze lime juice into the pot. Taste and season with salt and pepper to balance the turmeric.

  6. Step 6

    Ladle into bowls and serve immediately while steaming hot.

Tools you’ll need

  • large pot (4-5 quart)
  • whisk
  • wooden spoon
  • ladle
  • measuring cups and spoons

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