Description
This Easy Spicy Garlic Chicken Broth is a flavorful and comforting soup made by simmering garlic, ginger, spring onions, chili, and soy sauce in a rich chicken stock base. It’s perfect as a light meal or warming appetizer, balancing spicy, tangy, and savory notes with a touch of honey for sweetness.
Ingredients
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Broth Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 head of garlic (halved)
- 5 cm (2 in) piece fresh ginger (sliced)
- ½ cup spring onions / green onions (finely sliced)
- 1 red chili (halved)
- 8 cups chicken stock / bone broth
- ⅓ cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp honey (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Place a pot over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil, allowing it to warm up for a minute.
- Sauté aromatics: Add the halved garlic head, sliced fresh ginger, finely sliced spring onions, and halved red chili to the pot. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the ingredients release their fragrant aromas but do not brown.
- Add liquids and simmer: Pour in the 8 cups of chicken stock or bone broth, followed by ⅓ cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons lime juice, and 1 teaspoon honey if using. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
- Cook the broth: Let the broth simmer uncovered for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together and deepen.
- Adjust and serve: Taste the broth and adjust the seasoning if needed, then ladle into bowls and serve hot as a nourishing and flavorful soup.
Notes
- The honey is optional but adds a subtle sweetness that balances the spicy and tangy flavors.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken stock with vegetable broth and use tamari instead of soy sauce for gluten-free option.
- Adjust the amount of chili according to your preferred spice level.
- Leftover broth can be cooled, stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or frozen for longer storage.
- Adding cooked shredded chicken or noodles can turn this broth into a fuller meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Keywords: spicy garlic chicken broth, easy chicken broth recipe, garlic ginger soup, comforting chicken soup, quick chicken broth
