Aguadito de Pollo (Aguadito de pollo)
Overview
Aguadito de pollo is a vivid green Peruvian chicken and rice soup. Its colour and flavour come from a large bunch of coriander blended with garlic and ají amarillo, the fruity yellow chilli of Peru. Chicken pieces, rice, potatoes, peas, carrot and corn cook in the bright broth until the rice is soft and the soup thickens slightly. A squeeze of lime finishes it. It is hearty and fragrant, and in Peru it is a classic late-night dish after parties.
History
Aguadito is a lighter, soupier relative of arroz con pollo, the Peruvian chicken and rice dish flavoured with coriander. It is especially popular in Lima and on the coast, where it is often served in the early hours at the end of weddings and celebrations to restore guests before they go home. It is also made with duck, fish or seafood in some regions.
Main ingredients
Chicken, rice, coriander, ají amarillo, peas, potato. The soup is built on coriander chicken broth and is usually served hot. Diet: contains meat; usually gluten-free.
Recipe outline serves 4 · ~60 min
Ingredients
- 1 kg chicken pieces
- 150 g rice
- 1 large bunch coriander, blended with 3 garlic cloves and 2 tbsp ají amarillo paste
- 2 potatoes, 1 carrot, 100 g peas, 1 corn cob
- 2 l stock
- lime
Allergens: None of the 14 major allergens in the base recipe. Based on the typical recipe. Recipes and products vary; always check labels if you have an allergy.
Method
- Brown the chicken, then fry the coriander purée for 3 minutes.
- Add stock, potatoes, carrot and corn and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Add rice and peas and cook for 20 minutes.
- Season and serve with lime.
Sources
Description, history and recipe written by SoupWiki and checked against the sources above. Calories and times are rough estimates.