Golden Turmeric Chicken Soto with Shrimp Crackers
Bright, aromatic Indonesian chicken soup built on turmeric, garlic, and ginger—ready in 25 minutes with rotisserie chicken. Served with crispy shrimp crackers and fresh tomatoes for crunch and color.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 28g

Ingredients
- 1 lb rotisserie chicken, shredded
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 tbsp turmeric powder
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1.5 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 1 whole lime (juiced)
- 1 cup shrimp crackers
- 2 medium tomatoes, sliced
Instructions
- 1
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large pot over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 90 seconds.
- 2
Add garlic and ginger, stirring constantly until fragrant, about 1 minute. Do not brown.
- 3
Stir in turmeric powder for 30 seconds, then pour in chicken broth. Bring to a simmer.
- 4
Add shredded chicken and simmer for 10 minutes. Taste and season with salt and pepper.
- 5
Squeeze in lime juice, then ladle soup into bowls. Top with tomato slices.
- 6
Serve immediately with shrimp crackers on the side for dipping and crunch.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot (3+ quart)
- wooden spoon
- ladle
- cutting board
- knife
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