The Nilagang Manok (Chicken Soup) Recipe Serves 6-8
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| Nilagang Manok (Chicken Soup) |
2 lbs. chicken, cut into serving pieces
5-6 cups water
1 medium-sized onion, sliced
2 sweet corns on the cob, quartered
2 medium-sized potatoes, peeled and quartered
1/4 teaspoon black peppercorns
1 tablespoon fish sauce (patis)
4 cups bok choy, cut into 2-inch pieces
salt to taste
Method:
In a covered deep pot over medium heat, bring the water, chicken pieces, onion, peppercorns and salt to a boil.
Reduce heat to medium low and simmer for 25-30 minutes or until chicken is almost tender. Add potatoes, corn and fish sauce and cook for 10-12 minutes.
Add bok choy and continue cooking for another 5-7 minut2s or until vegetables are tender. Correct seasonings to taste.
Remove fat that may accumulate on top of the soup. Serve immediately with steamed rice.