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Soto Ayam Bening: Clear Chicken Turmeric Soup

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Light, clear chicken soup with glass noodles and lime.

🗺️ Origin: Indonesia⏱ Time: 30 mins👥 Servings: 4 servings📊 Difficulty: Medium
📋 Recipe
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Tested by NusantaraEats Kitchen·Last updated: 29 June 2026

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🛒 Ingredients👨‍🍳 Instructions FAQ

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This authentic recipe has been passed down through generations, preserving the rich flavors of Indonesian cuisine.

🛒 Ingredients

  • 1 whole chicken
  • 2 liters water
  • 3 lemongrass stalks
  • 5 kaffir lime leaves
  • Ground spice paste: 6 shallots, 4 garlic cloves, 2 cm ginger, 1 tsp turmeric, 1 tsp coriander
  • Glass noodles, cabbage, bean sprouts
  • Hard-boiled eggs, spring onions, lime

👨‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Boil chicken until tender. Remove and shred.
  2. Sauté spice paste with lemongrass and lime leaves.
  3. Add to broth and bring to a boil.
  4. Strain broth for clarity.
  5. Serve with shredded chicken, glass noodles, cabbage, bean sprouts, egg, and lime.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Soto Ayam Bening: Clear Chicken Turmeric Soup?

Light, clear chicken soup with glass noodles and lime.

Where does Soto Ayam Bening: Clear Chicken Turmeric Soup come from?

Soto Ayam Bening: Clear Chicken Turmeric Soup originates from Indonesia. It is a beloved traditional dish that has been passed down through generations of Indonesian cooks.

What makes Soto Ayam Bening: Clear Chicken Turmeric Soup broth special?

The broth in Soto Ayam Bening: Clear Chicken Turmeric Soup gets its distinctive flavor from 3 lemongrass stalks, Ground spice paste: 6 shallots, 4 garlic cloves, 2 cm ginger, 1 tsp turmeric, 1 tsp coriander. The broth is typically simmered for hours to extract maximum flavor from the bones and spices.

Is Soto Ayam Bening: Clear Chicken Turmeric Soup difficult to make?

Soto Ayam Bening: Clear Chicken Turmeric Soup requires moderate cooking skills. While the steps are clear, some techniques need practice.

How do I store leftover Soto Ayam Bening: Clear Chicken Turmeric Soup?

Store leftover Soto Ayam Bening: Clear Chicken Turmeric Soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days. The flavors actually improve overnight as the spices continue to meld.

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This recipe has been carefully researched, tested, and documented to preserve authentic Indonesian culinary traditions. Sources include traditional cookbooks, regional culinary experts, and cultural heritage references from Indonesia.

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