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A bowl of mulligatawny soup.
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Mulligatawny Soup

Full of warm, spicy flavor, this mulligatawny soup recipe is one of my all-time favorites. It is packed with tender chicken, veggies, and brown rice all swimming in a rich, curry-based broth.
Course Main Course, Soup
Cuisine British
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 186kcal

Ingredients

  • ½ onion diced
  • 2 stalks celery diced
  • 1 large carrot diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp curry powder
  • 1 tbsp turmeric
  • 1 tbsp cumin
  • ¼ cup brown rice *rinsed well
  • 8 cups chicken broth
  • 2 chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil and butter in a large soup pot. Add chopped onions, celery, and carrots, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Sauté until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Stir in the minced garlic and stir for one minute longer.
  • Add spices and brown rice, stir well, and cook for five more minutes. Keep stirring so it does not burn.
  • Add chicken broth, mix well again, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer for about 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, chop up the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and add them to the soup. Simmer for another 20 minutes.
  • Serve warm.

Notes

To Store: Pour any leftovers into an airtight container and keep in the fridge for up to 3 days.
To Freeze: Completely cool and transfer to a freezer-safe airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 186kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 34mg | Sodium: 1235mg | Potassium: 536mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1860IU | Vitamin C: 24.5mg | Calcium: 52mg | Iron: 2.7mg