Cock-a-Leekie Soup

A classic Scottish soup featuring roasted chicken, clarified stock, blanched leeks, and prunes for a traditional finish.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 315.1 kcals 2520.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 8.9 grams 71.2 grams
Fat 19 grams 152 grams
Protein 27.3 grams 218.4 grams
Cook Time
70 mins
Produces
8 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

Fruits
15
piece
Prunes
Julienned
Meat
1
piece
Chicken
Medium size
150
g
Chicken
Minced for clarification
NutsSeeds
1
piece
1
unit
Salt
To taste
1
unit
Black Pepper
To taste
Other
2
piece
Vegetables
1
piece
Carrot
Peeled and diced
1
piece
Onion
Peeled and diced
2
stick
Celery
Diced
1
piece
Leek
Washed and diced
1
piece
Leek
Large, cut into strips 10-12.5cm long and 1cm wide

Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 200°C.
  • Roast the chicken on a rack over a tray for 15-20 minutes until golden.
  • Place chicken in a pan with diced vegetables, bouquet garni, water, and seasoning.
  • Simmer for 40-45 minutes until the chicken is tender.
  • Remove chicken, shred the meat, and reserve the roasting fat.
  • Strain stock through a sieve into a clean pan and discard boiled vegetables.
  • Whisk minced chicken and egg whites into the stock and bring slowly to a simmer to clarify.
  • Strain the clarified stock through a fine sieve once more.
  • Blanch leek strips in boiling salted water for 1-2 minutes then refresh in ice water.
  • Assemble bowls with shredded chicken, leeks, and prunes then ladle warm stock and chicken fat over.