Introduction
Soto Boyolali is a traditional Indonesian dish that originated from the city of Boyolali, Central Java. It is known for its rich and flavorful broth, tender meat, and delicious toppings. In this article, we will share with you a recipe for making Soto Boyolali that is both easy and delicious.
Ingredients
To make Soto Boyolali, you will need the following ingredients:
- 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
- 2 liters of water
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 5 shallots, sliced thinly
- 2 stalks of lemongrass, bruised
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon of coriander seeds, toasted and ground
- 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds, toasted and ground
- 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1 teaspoon of sugar
- 2 tablespoons of cooking oil
- 100 grams of glass noodles, boiled
- 2 boiled eggs, sliced
- 2 tablespoons of fried shallots
- 2 tablespoons of chopped celery leaves
- 2 tablespoons of chopped scallions
- 2 tablespoons of lime juice
Instructions
Here are the steps to make Soto Boyolali:
Step 1: Boil the Chicken
Place the chicken pieces in a pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil over high heat and then reduce the heat to medium-low. Skim off any foam that rises to the surface. Add the lemongrass, bay leaves, coriander seeds, cumin seeds, turmeric powder, salt, and sugar. Simmer for about 30 minutes or until the chicken is tender.
Step 2: Prepare the Spices
While the chicken is boiling, heat the cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sliced shallots. Saute until fragrant and golden brown. Set aside.
Step 3: Shred the Chicken
Remove the chicken pieces from the pot and let them cool slightly. Shred the meat into small pieces and discard the bones and skin.
Step 4: Strain the Broth
Strain the broth through a fine mesh strainer to remove any impurities. Discard the solids and return the broth to the pot.
Step 5: Add the Spices to the Broth
Add the sauteed garlic and shallots to the broth and stir well. Simmer for another 10 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Step 6: Add Toppings
To serve, place some glass noodles in a bowl. Ladle some of the hot broth over the noodles. Add some shredded chicken, sliced boiled egg, fried shallots, chopped celery leaves, chopped scallions, and a squeeze of lime juice on top.
Conclusion
That’s it! You now know how to make a delicious and hearty bowl of Soto Boyolali. This dish is perfect for cold days or whenever you need a comforting meal. Give it a try and let us know how it turns out!
