Homemade ABC Soup Recipe – Easy Asian Comfort Food
A light, nourishing clear broth soup made with chicken, carrots, potatoes, and tomatoes. A staple in Southeast Asian households, ABC Soup is packed with natural flavor and vitamins — perfect for meal prep and family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
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1.5 lbs bone-in chicken pieces (drumsticks or thighs)
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3 large carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
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2 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
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2 large tomatoes, quartered
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1 yellow onion, quartered
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1 corn on the cob, cut into sections (optional)
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8–10 cups water
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Salt and white pepper, to taste
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Optional garnish: chopped scallions or cilantro
Instructions
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(Optional) Blanch chicken in boiling water for 1–2 minutes. Drain and rinse.
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In a clean pot, combine chicken, carrots, potatoes, tomatoes, onion, and corn.
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Add water to cover ingredients (8–10 cups).
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Bring to a boil, then reduce to a gentle simmer.
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Cover and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours.
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Add salt and white pepper to taste in the last 10 minutes.
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Skim off excess oil or foam. Serve hot.
Notes
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Use a slow cooker for hands-off cooking.
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Add red dates or goji berries for a traditional twist.
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Freezes well for up to 1 month.
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Best served with steamed rice or noodles.