A simple and delicious recipe for homemade chicken feet broth, perfect for sharing on cold days and replenishing the body with energy during flu-like states. This broth boasts a robust and nutritious flavor, ideal for family gatherings.
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How to make Chicken Feet Broth?
Preparing chicken feet broth is an incredibly simple and versatile recipe. Just make sure to clean them thoroughly before starting, trimming the nails from the base, and begin the preparation of this delicious soup.
Nutritional Information
Category: Soups
Cuisine: Chilean
Calories: 350
Preparation: 30 minutes
Cooking: 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Healthy Chicken Feet Broth Recipe
Ingredients
- 10 chicken feet
- 2 medium-sized potatoes, diced
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 sprigs of cilantro
- 1 carrot, sliced
- 1 small onion, julienne
- 1 clove of garlic, minced
- 1 stalk of celery, chopped
- 1 lemon
- 1 cup of shredded broccoli (optional)
- ½ cabbage cut into large pieces (optional)
- Merkén (Chilean spice)
- Salt
- Pepper
Preparation
- Thoroughly wash the chicken feet in warm water and remove the nails with kitchen scissors or a sharp knife. Pat them dry with paper towels and set aside.
- In a large pot, place the clean chicken feet, bay leaves, carrot, onion, celery, garlic, cilantro sprigs, salt, and pepper. Cover with cold water and heat over high heat until it reaches a boil. Remove the foam that forms on the surface with a spoon, reduce to medium heat, bring to a boil again, cover the pot, and cook for about 45 minutes or until thoroughly cooked.
- If you want to add cabbage and broccoli, do so after about 30 minutes of cooking. Cover again and cook for an additional 15 minutes.
- Serve the chicken feet broth immediately, piping hot, optionally garnished with freshly chopped cilantro and a pinch of Merkén.
Tips for Preparing Chicken Feet
When cooking chicken feet, you can incorporate your preferred fresh vegetables, adjusting the cooking time accordingly based on the vegetables you add.
Benefits of Chicken Feet Broth
- Chicken feet are an excellent source of collagen, promoting skin health by enhancing elasticity and firmness.
- The “gelatin” in chicken feet broth aids digestion by promoting the retention of necessary digestive juices for proper intestinal function.
Did you know?
Chicken feet are a prevalent ingredient in kitchens worldwide, especially in America, Europe, and Asia. They are well-known for their distinctive texture, prepared in soups, stews, roasted, or even fried.
