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Mulligatawny Soup
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Mulligatawny Soup

Stewart Lucas
By Stewart Lucas, Chief Culinary Specialist
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Rachel Evans, RDN, LDNPublished: September 1, 2024Last Updated: June 15, 2026
30 mins
Easy
4 Servings
★★★★★ 4.8 (40 reviews)
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⏱️ 4 min read read📅 Updated: June 15, 2026

This chef-curated Mulligatawny Soup offers an authentic, wholesome dining experience. Created by Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas, it balances vibrant flavor with evidence-based nutrition.

Key Takeaways

  • ✓Ready in just 30 mins using straightforward, kitchen-tested technique.
  • ✓Delivers 26g of muscle-fueling protein per serving for lasting satiety.
  • ✓Portion-balanced at 355 calories per serving with wholesome, unrefined ingredients.
  • ✓Masterclass temperature checkpoints ensure maximum tenderness and flavor development.

The Story

This chef-curated Mulligatawny Soup offers an authentic, wholesome dining experience. Created by Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas, it balances vibrant flavor with evidence-based nutrition.

Culinary Heritage & Chef's Notes

In the NutriGuide test kitchen, Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas refined this classic Mulligatawny Soup to celebrate vibrant, wholesome ingredients. By prioritizing aromatic layering and precise thermal control, this recipe achieves remarkable culinary depth while preserving natural micronutrients and wholesome texture.

At NutriGuide, our mission is to ensure that home cooking is both accessible and culinary-grade. When executing Mulligatawny Soup, focus on fresh aromatics, dry surface contact for proper searing, and allowing the food to rest before serving.

Ingredients & Measurements

  • From: sanchez@emx.cc.utexas.edu (Beatrice Sanchez)
  • Date: Tue, 26 Oct 93 13:00:57 -0500
  • (from _Betty Crocker's 40th Anniversary Cookbook_)
  • 3 1b broiler-fryer chicken, cut up
  • 4 c water
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp curry powder
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1/8 tsp ground cloves
  • 1/8 tsp ground mace
  • 2 Tbl margarine or butter
  • 1 medium onion, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
  • 2 Tbl all-purpose flour
  • 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 large all-purpose apple, coarsely chopped
  • 1 medium carrot, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium green bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch pieces

Chef's Sourcing & Quality Tips:

  • Produce & Aromatics: Always use fresh whole aromatics and seasonal herbs rather than dehydrated powders when possible.
  • Cooking Oils: Utilize cold-pressed oils with appropriate smoke points such as extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil.
  • Salt & Seasoning: Season from a modest height above the pan to ensure an even, uniform crystalline dispersion.

Step-by-Step Culinary Masterclass

Follow these sequential steps with careful attention to sensory cues and cooking temperatures:

Step 1: Technique & Execution

Heat chicken, giblets (except liver), neck, water, salt, curry powder, lemon juice, cloves and mace to boiling in Dutch oven; reduce heat

Step 2: Technique & Execution

Cover and simmer about 45 minutes or until juices of chicken run clear

Step 3: Technique & Execution

Remove chicken from broth

Step 4: Technique & Execution

Cool chicken about 10 minutes or just until cool enough to handle

Step 5: Technique & Execution

Remove skin and bones from chicken

Step 6: Technique & Execution

Cut chicken into bite-size pieces

Chef's Pro Tips & Variations

Nutritional Profile per Serving

MetricAmountDietary Benefit
Calories355 kcalControlled caloric load for steady metabolic burn
Protein26gHigh-biological-value protein for tissue maintenance
Carbohydrates37gComplex, slow-digesting dietary fiber
Fat10gWholesome dietary lipids for micronutrient absorption

Mulligatawny Soup

This chef-curated Mulligatawny Soup offers an authentic, wholesome dining experience. Created by Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas, it balances vibrant flavor with evidence-based nutrition.

★★★★★4.8 from 40 votes
Mulligatawny Soup
CourseDinner
Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time30 mins
Total Time50 mins
Servings4
AuthorStewart Lucas

Macro Nutrition Profile (Per Serving)

Calories18% DV
355 kcal
Protein52% DV
26g
Fat13% DV
10g
Carbs13% DV
37g
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Ingredients

Ingredient Substitutions

Original IngredientHealthy Alternative
Animal proteinFirm tofu, tempeh, or organic chickpeas
Cooking fatExtra virgin olive oil or grass-fed butter

Instructions

1

Technique & Execution: Heat chicken, giblets (except liver), neck, water, salt, curry powder, lemon juice, cloves and mace to boiling in Dutch oven; reduce heat

2

Technique & Execution: Cover and simmer about 45 minutes or until juices of chicken run clear

45:00
3

Technique & Execution: Remove chicken from broth

4

Technique & Execution: Cool chicken about 10 minutes or just until cool enough to handle

10:00
5

Technique & Execution: Remove skin and bones from chicken

6

Technique & Execution: Cut chicken into bite-size pieces

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Storage & Freezing Tips

  • Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.
  • Reheating: Heat in a saucepan or skillet on medium heat until hot throughout.
  • Freezing: Freeze portions in airtight containers for up to 2 months. Reheat directly from frozen or after thawing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this recipe be prepared ahead of time?▼

Yes, this meal is excellent for weekly meal prep. Store components separately and assemble before serving.

Is this recipe gluten-free?▼

All ingredients used are naturally gluten-free. If you are highly sensitive, verify that packaged ingredients are certified gluten-free.

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Stewart Lucas

Stewart Lucas

Chief Culinary Specialist

Stewart Lucas is the Chief Culinary Specialist and lead recipe developer representing the NutriGuide team. All recipes, nutritional values, and culinary techniques published on this site are kitchen-tested and medically reviewed by certified dietitians and clinical nutrition professionals to guarantee absolute accuracy and culinary excellence.

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