Pro Tips
**Chef's Tips & Troubleshooting:**
- Skim the scum that rises to the surface during the first boil for a clear, clean broth.
- Add salt or fish sauce only at the end of cooking so the broth does not become too salty as it reduces.
- Simmer soup gently rather than boiling vigorously to keep the broth clear.
- For fried chicken, let the coated pieces rest for 10 minutes before frying so the breading adheres better.
Cooking Tips
For maximum flavor, season the chicken at least 30 minutes before cooking — ideally overnight in the refrigerator. This allows the marinade to penetrate beyond the surface. Use a meat thermometer to check doneness: 165°F (74°C) at the thickest part of the breast, away from the bone.
Ingredient Substitutions
Chicken alternatives: Pork shoulder or boneless thigh meat can substitute for chicken in stews. For lighter fare, extra-firm tofu or seitan works in stir-fries and braises. Short on time? A pressure cooker (Instant Pot) can reduce cooking time by roughly half for most braised and stewed Filipino dishes. Reduce liquid slightly since less evaporates.
Storage & Reheating
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. The flavors often deepen overnight, making leftovers even more delicious. Reheat on the stovetop over medium-low heat, adding a splash of water or broth if the sauce has thickened during storage. Microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring between each.
Chicken Sotanghon Soup
Light and comforting Filipino chicken noodle soup with shredded chicken breast, glass noodles (sotanghon), carrots, and spinach in a clear savory broth. Quick, soothing, and perfect for any meal.
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by boiling water ina cooking pot. Add bay leaf. Put the chicken breast in the pot. Cover and boil in medium heat for 20 minutes. Remove chicken from the pot and put in a clean plate. Let it cool down. Save the chicken stock. Shred the chicken and set aside.
- Heat oil in a large pot. Saute garlic until light brown. Add onion and celery. Saute until onion softens.
- Put the shredded chicken in the pot and then saute for 2 minutes.
- Pour chicken stock and let boil.
- Add Knorr Chicken Cube. Stir.
- Fold in annatto water and sotanghon noodles. Cover and cook for 10 minutes.
- Put carrots and cabbage into the pot. Cook for 5 minutes.
- Season with fish sauce and ground black pepper.
- Put some roasted garlic and chopped scallions. Stir.
- Transfer to a serving bowl. Serve.
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Pro Tips & Troubleshooting
- Skim the scum that rises to the surface during the first boil for a clear, clean broth.
- Add salt or fish sauce only at the end of cooking so the broth does not become too salty as it reduces.
- Simmer soup gently rather than boiling vigorously to keep the broth clear.
- For fried chicken, let the coated pieces rest for 10 minutes before frying so the breading adheres better.
Cooking Tips
Use a meat thermometer to check doneness: 165°F (74°C) at the thickest part of the breast, away from the bone.
Substitutions
Short on time? A pressure cooker (Instant Pot) can reduce cooking time by roughly half for most braised and stewed Filipino dishes. Reduce liquid slightly since less evaporates.
Storage & Reheating
Reheat on the stovetop over medium-low heat, adding a splash of water or broth if the sauce has thickened during storage. Microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring between each.
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