Soto Ayam

Indonesian chicken soup with turmeric and vermicelli.

Ingredients

• 1 whole chicken
• 150 g vermicelli
• 1 tsp turmeric
• 1 stalk lemongrass (optional)
• 2 slices ginger
• 3 cloves garlic
• 2 cups potatoes (optional)
• 2 hard-boiled eggs (optional)

Method

1. Boil chicken with turmeric, ginger, and garlic until soft.
2. Shred chicken, return bones to simmer in broth for 20 min.
3. Cook vermicelli in boiling water, drain and set aside.
4. Serve soup with shredded chicken, vermicelli, and boiled eggs.

Chef's tips

• Add extra turmeric for a brighter color.
• Use homemade chicken stock for depth of flavor.