Malaysian Potato, Carrot, and Tomato Soup—Malaysia ABC Soup
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Nutritional Guidelines (per serving) | |
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726 | Calories |
21g | Fat |
65g | Carbs |
68g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings: 2 | |
Amount per serving | |
Calories | 726 |
% Daily Value* | |
Total Fat 21g | 27% |
Saturated Fat 6g | 30% |
Cholesterol 265mg | 88% |
Sodium 558mg | 24% |
Total Carbohydrate 65g | 24% |
Dietary Fiber 8g | 29% |
Total Sugars 8g | |
Protein 68g | |
Vitamin C 37mg | 183% |
Calcium 115mg | 9% |
Iron 6mg | 31% |
Potassium 2248mg | 48% |
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. |
A popular soup in Asian cuisines, this is called ABC soup because it is super easy to prepare—as simple as ABC. The other reason for the name is that it's filled with vitamins A, B, and C. The combination of carrots, potatoes, and tomatoes add to the healthy soup, while the chicken ensures it's full of flavor. Though it does take some time, it's simple, delicious, and excellent comfort food. This particular recipe is a Malaysian-style ABC soup, though it's not much different than those found in Chinese restaurants.
Soups generally taste nicer if you use a double boiler, a two-tiered soup pot with the bottom pot filled with water. The soup in the upper pot is steamed by the boiling water in the bottom pot. This gentler way of cooking soup releases the flavors from the ingredients gradually, and the result is a sweeter-tasting soup. If you do not have a double boiler, just simmer the soup on the lowest heat possible.
Ingredients
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1 pound bone-in chicken pieces
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3 medium potatoes
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4 cups water
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1 large carrot, cut into 1-inch pieces
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1 medium tomato, quartered
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1 medium onion, peeled and thickly sliced
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1 teaspoon crushed peppercorn
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Kosher salt, to taste
Steps to Make It
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Gather the ingredients.
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Put the chicken pieces in a pot with just enough water to cover them. Bring to a boil.
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Pour away the water. Rinse the chicken under the tap to get rid of any blood or other impurities.
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Peel the potatoes and cut them into 1-inch cubes. If they are not immediately used, soak them in water so they do not turn black.
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Fill a double boiler or a soup pot with 4 cups of water. Put in the prepared chicken and boil over medium heat.
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Once the water boils, remove any impurities on the surface with a ladle. Turn the flame to low.
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Add the carrot, tomato, onion, and peppercorn. Simmer on very low heat for about 2 hours.
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Drain the water from the potatoes, and add them to the soup 30 minutes before the soup is ready. Continue to simmer for 30 minutes.
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Add salt, to taste, and enjoy.
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What Type of Potato Is Best for Soup?
When making a soup with potatoes, it's best to use varieties with a low to medium starch content. Yellow potatoes are a favorite, so look for varieties such as Yukon Gold at the grocery store.
Does Soup Need to Cool Before Refrigerating?
Whenever you have leftover soup, it's best to let it cool to room temperature before storing it in the fridge. Hot soup can raise the temperature inside the refrigerator. This can compromise the taste and safety of the soup as well as your other foods. To cool soup more quickly, divide it into smaller bowls or place a large bowl in an ice water bath. Stirring the soup can also speed up the cooling process. Store the soup in an airtight container and enjoy within a few days, reheating it gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.
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