Gyros Soup (Chicken Soup with Gyros Meat)
This gyros-spiced version is a reimagined version of classic Hungarian chicken soup, combining traditional flavors with the creativity of modern gastronomy. Gyros-spiced chicken harmonizes perfectly with the vegetables in the soup, while providing a unique yet familiar experience. As the aroma of gyros spices begins to mingle with the hot soup steam, you can almost feel the atmosphere of the Mediterranean streets in the kitchen. This soup is an excellent transition between light, soul-warming dishes and rich, spicy stews. Tip: If you want to make it even more exciting, you can also drizzle a little freshly squeezed lemon juice into it before serving – it gives a perfect refreshing contrast to the warm soup. Ideal choice for colder days or when you want a new chicken soup experience.
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Preparation Steps
1
Slice the chicken breast fillet into thin strips, sprinkle with gyros spice mix, and quickly sear in a pan with a little olive oil until browned. Set aside. Tip: Don't overcook, as it will cook further in the soup!
2
Clean the vegetables: slice the carrots, celery root, and parsley root into rounds, and halve the onion. Tip: You can also cook the onion whole and remove it at the end for a milder flavor.
3
In a large pot, bring the water to a boil, add the vegetables, salt, and pepper. Simmer over medium heat for 20–25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
4
Add the pre-seared gyros-spiced chicken strips and cook for another 5–7 minutes. Tip: This allows the flavor of the meat to better infuse the soup without the meat falling apart.
5
Meanwhile, cook the soup pearls or vermicelli separately in salted water in another pot, then add to the soup when serving. Tip: Cooking it directly in the soup can make it cloudy, so cook it separately!
6
When serving, ladle the soup into bowls, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and add the cooked pasta or soup pearls separately. Tip: You can serve it with a lemon wedge for a more refreshing flavor.
