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Tinolang Manok

Chicken tinola is a healthy, tasty, and comforting soup that's perfect for cold weather. It's delicious on its own or with steamed rice.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
1 hr 5 mins
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 513 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Filipino

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 1 small onion, peeled and sliced thinly
  • 3 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
  • 2 thumb-sized fresh ginger
  • 1 (3 to 4 pounds) whole chicken, cut into serving pieces
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 5 cups water
  • 1 small green papaya, pared, seeded and cut into 2-inch wedges
  • 1 bunch fresh spinach leaves, stems trimmed
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

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  1. In a pot over medium heat, heat oil. Add onions, ginger, and garlic and cook until softened.
  2. Add chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 to 7 minutes or until chicken starts to change color and juices run clear.
  3. Add fish sauce and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 1 to 2 minutes.
  4. Add water and bring to a boil, skimming scum that floats on top. Lower heat, cover and simmer for about 30 to 35 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
  5. Add papaya and cook for about 3 to 5 minutes or until tender yet crisp.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Add spinach and push down into broth. Cook until just wilted. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Cut the chicken in uniform size to ensure even cooking.
  • For a clear, cloud-free broth, remove any scum that floats on top.

Nutrition Information

Calories 513kcal (26%) Carbohydrates 16g (5%) Protein 39g (78%) Fat 33g (51%) Saturated Fat 9g (45%) Cholesterol 143mg (48%) Sodium 930mg (39%) Potassium 1062mg (30%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 8g (16%) Vitamin A 8959IU (179%) Vitamin C 76mg (84%) Calcium 143mg (14%) Iron 4mg (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 513

% Daily Value*

Calories 513kcal 26%
Carbohydrates 16g 5%
Protein 39g 78%
Fat 33g 51%
Saturated Fat 9g 45%
Cholesterol 143mg 48%
Sodium 930mg 39%
Potassium 1062mg 23%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 8g 16%
Vitamin A 8959IU 179%
Vitamin C 76mg 84%
Calcium 143mg 14%
Iron 4mg 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.