Hazaragi Chicken and Pumpkin Soup (Aash-e Morgh-o-Kadoo)

Aash-e Morgh-o-Kadoo is a traditional Hazaragi chicken and pumpkin soup that is hearty, flavorful, and perfect for a cozy night in. This comforting soup is packed with tender chicken, sweet pumpkin, and aromatic spices, making it a delicious and satisfying meal.

Hazaragi Chicken and Pumpkin Soup (Aash-e Morgh-o-Kadoo)

Ingredients

  • 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
  • 1 small pumpkin, peeled and diced
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 8 cups chicken broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until they are soft and fragrant.
  2. Add the chicken pieces to the pot and cook until they are browned on all sides.
  3. Stir in the turmeric, ground coriander, and ground cumin, and cook for another minute to toast the spices.
  4. Add the diced tomatoes and cook for a few minutes until they start to break down.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the soup to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 30 minutes.
  6. Add the diced pumpkin to the pot and continue to simmer for another 20 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and the pumpkin is cooked through.
  7. Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Serve the Aash-e Morgh-o-Kadoo hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
20g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Large pot Knife Cutting board Wooden spoon Ladle

Tools

Soup bowls Serving spoon

Serving suggestions

Serving Suggestions: Serve the Aash-e Morgh-o-Kadoo with warm bread or naan for a complete and satisfying meal.

Tips & tricks

Tips: You can customize the level of spiciness by adjusting the amount of ground cumin and coriander in the soup.

Cost

$15