Cock a Leekie Soup Recipe
Cock-a-leekie soup is a true embodiment of Scottish culinary heritage, a comforting and flavourful dish that has been enjoyed for centuries.
Ingredients
- Whole chicken
- Leeks
- Prunes
- Chicken broth
- Rice
- Thyme
- Bay leaves
- Black pepper
- Butter or olive oil
Instructions
- Start by preparing the chicken. Place a whole chicken in a large pot and cover it with cold water.
- Bring the water to a boil, then reduce the heat and let the chicken simmer for 60-90 minutes, until the meat is cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the pot and set it aside to cool. Once it's cool enough to handle, shred or chop the meat into bite-sized pieces.
- In the same pot, sauté the leeks in a bit of butter or olive oil until they're soft and fragrant, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the shredded chicken back to the pot, along with chicken broth, rice, thyme, bay leaves, and black pepper. Bring the soup to a simmer and let it cook for 20-30 minutes, until the rice is tender.
- In the final 5 minutes of cooking, stir in the prunes to allow them to heat through.
- Taste the Scottish soup and adjust the seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or herbs to your preference.
- Ladle the hot cock a leekie soup into bowls and serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.