Soto ayam (Bruneian spiced chicken soup)

Preparation

1. 1

   Fry pounded shallot, garlic, ginger and turmeric in oil until fragrant.

2. 2

   Add the chicken and brown it 5 min on all sides.

3. 3

   Pour in the broth, bring to a boil then lower the heat.

4. 4

   Simmer 25 min, the chicken should be tender and fall off easily.

5. 5

   Remove the chicken, shred the meat, return it to the broth.

6. 6

   Divide cooked rice vermicelli into the serving bowls.

7. 7

   Pour the hot broth and shredded chicken over.

8. 8

   Garnish with hard-boiled egg, fresh coriander and fried shallot before serving.