Tinola is an easy, one-pot soup from the Philippines. Chicken, chayote squash (or papaya!), bok choy, and spinach are simmered with fresh ginger in a savory broth that’s often served with white rice.
Prep Time::30 mins
Cook Time::20 mins
Total Time::50 mins
Servings::4
Ingredients
1 tablespoon cooking oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (1 1/2 inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
1 tablespoon fish sauce
3 pounds chicken legs and thighs, rinsed and patted dry
2 (14 ounce) cans chicken broth
1 chayote squash, peeled and cut into bite-sized pieces
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 head bok choy, chopped
1 (8 ounce) package fresh spinach, chopped
Directions
Gather all ingredients.
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Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
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Add ginger and fish sauce; cook and stir for 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in chicken and cook for 5 minutes.
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Pour in chicken broth and cook for 5 minutes. Add squash and simmer until chicken is no longer pink in the center, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
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Add bok choy and spinach; cook until spinach is just wilted, 1 to 2 minutes. Serve hot.
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Recipe Tip
You can use a green papaya instead of chayote squash if preferred.