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⭐ Soto Ayam Recipe (Indonesian Chicken Soup)

Soto Ayam is a fragrant Indonesian chicken soup made with turmeric broth, shredded chicken, noodles, and fresh toppings. Light, comforting, and full of Southeast Asian flavors!

📝 Ingredients

For the broth

  • 500g chicken (bone-in pieces for best flavor)
  • 8 cups water
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 2 lemongrass stalks (bruised)
  • 3 kaffir lime leaves
  • Salt to taste

Spice Paste

  • 5 garlic cloves
  • 4 shallots
  • 2 candlenuts (or cashews)
  • 1 inch fresh turmeric (or 1 tsp turmeric powder)
  • 1 inch ginger
  • 1 inch galangal
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • ½ tsp white pepper

Blend into a smooth paste.

Toppings & Add-ons

  • 100g rice noodles or vermicelli
  • 2 boiled eggs
  • Bean sprouts
  • Fried shallots
  • Lime wedges
  • Green onions
  • Fresh cilantro
  • Sambal (optional)

🍳 How to Make Soto Ayam (Step-by-Step)

Step 1: Boil the chicken

Place chicken and water in a pot. Add bay leaves, lemongrass, and kaffir lime leaves.
Simmer 25–30 minutes until chicken is tender.
Remove chicken, shred it, and set aside. Keep broth simmering.

Step 2: Cook the spice paste

Heat 2 tbsp oil in a pan.
Add the blended spice paste and cook until fragrant and golden.

Step 3: Combine paste with broth

Add the cooked paste into the simmering chicken broth.
Add turmeric powder if needed for color.
Season with salt and simmer 10 more minutes.

Step 4: Prepare noodles

Cook rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Step 5: Assemble the bowls

Place noodles into bowls.
Top with shredded chicken, bean sprouts, boiled egg slices, and fresh herbs.
Ladle hot broth over the top.

Step 6: Serve

Garnish with fried shallots, lime wedges, and sambal.

🌶️ Tips for the Best Soto Ayam

  • Use bone-in chicken for deeper broth flavor.
  • Add more turmeric for a rich yellow color.
  • Serve immediately so noodles stay springy.
  • Add coconut milk for a “Soto Ayam Madura” variation.

🍽️ What to Serve With Soto Ayam

  • Indonesian sambal
  • Rice cakes (lontong)
  • Fried shallots
  • Lime wedges

❓ FAQs About Soto Ayam

1. Can I use chicken breast?

Yes, but bone-in chicken creates a more flavorful broth.

2. What noodles are best?

Rice vermicelli or thin rice noodles are traditionally used.

3. Can I make it spicy?

Absolutely — add sambal or sliced chilies to your bowl.

4. Can Soto Ayam be stored?

Store broth and noodles separately for up to 3 days.

🔗 Similar Recipes to Soto Ayam

  • Mie Goreng
  • Nasi Goreng
  • Chicken Laksa
  • Thai Chicken Soup
  • Chicken Ramen Soup

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