It is a typical Salvadoran dish, easy to make and very economical, which makes it a very popular dish.
The Indian hen soup from El Salvador is a typical Salvadoran dish characterized by its comforting and traditional flavor. This recipe has its roots in the ancestral cuisine of El Salvador, where the Indian hen was a fundamental food for indigenous communities. This soup is appreciated for its simplicity and rich flavors that evoke the culinary history of the region.
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Indian hen soup
Ingredients
1 Previously seasoned indian hen
2 Juicy medium tomatoes
1 Medium onion
1 Small chili
5 Peeled garlic cloves
Basil leaves
Mint, parsley, and cilantro leaves
Chiltepe pepper leaves
2 Squash
3 Potatoes
2 Small or medium carrots
4 Pipianes
2 Corn
¼ cup of Rice grains
1 pinch of Salt
Preparation
Step 1 : In a pot with water covering the hen, add salt and let it cook until tender.
Step 2 : Around one hour and forty-five minutes later, add the tomatoes, chili, onion, garlic, and vegetables with the rice.
Step 3 : Cook until the vegetables and rice are done, at which point the soup is ready to serve.













