Chilean Minced Chicken Pantrucas (Dumpling Soup)
Pantrucas is a traditional Chilean soup made with flat, hand-torn dumplings simmered in a savory broth. This version uses minced chicken to keep preparation fast, with the dumplings cooking directly in the soup for a rustic, one-pot meal. The whole dish is ready in about 30 minutes and is well-suited to cool evenings.
Equipment
- Large soup pot
- Mixing bowl
- Wooden spoon
- Knife
- Rolling Pin
Ingredients
Pantrucas Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour plus extra for rolling
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 unit egg beaten
- ⅓ cup water adjust for dough consistency
Soup Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 unit medium onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 pound minced chicken preferably organic
- 6 cups chicken broth preferably homemade
- 1 cup carrots sliced
- 1 cup green beans cut into 1-inch pieces
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions
Preparation of Dumplings
- In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour with 1 teaspoon of salt.
- Add a beaten egg and 1/3 cup of water to the flour, mixing until a dough forms. Adjust water if needed for consistency.
- Knead the dough until smooth, then roll it out on a floured surface to about 1/4-inch thickness.
- Cut into 1-inch squares and set aside.
Cooking the Soup
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat and sauté 1 finely chopped onion until translucent.
- Stir in 2 minced cloves of garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add 1 pound of minced chicken, cooking until browned and fully cooked.
- Pour in 6 cups of chicken broth, then add 1 cup of sliced carrots, 1 cup of green beans, 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of dried oregano.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Gently drop the dumplings into the soup, allowing them to cook for about 5 minutes or until they float to the surface.
Notes
Lisa’s Tips
- For a richer flavor, use chicken thighs instead of breast mince.
- Add a splash of lemon juice at the end for brightness. Consider using fresh oregano for a more vibrant taste.
Nutrition
Calories: 468kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 29gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 106mgSodium: 1984mgPotassium: 898mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 5553IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 63mgIron: 5mg
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