{"id":52650,"date":"2026-05-22T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-05-22T08:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.craftoil.net\/?p=52650"},"modified":"2026-05-19T10:48:01","modified_gmt":"2026-05-19T07:48:01","slug":"smachna-shurpa-z-kurkoiu-lavrovym-lystiam-i-paprykoiu-vid-craftoil","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.craftoil.net\/en\/recipes-en\/smachna-shurpa-z-kurkoiu-lavrovym-lystiam-i-paprykoiu-vid-craftoil\/","title":{"rendered":"Chicken shurpa (Tovuk Shurpa) \u2013 traditional central asian chicken soup"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Chicken Shurpa (Tovuk Shurpa) is a true discovery for those who enjoy hearty and healthy meals. This easy-to-cook yet incredibly flavorful Central Asian soup is prepared with rich meat broth, vegetables, aromatic spices, and seasonings.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.craftoil.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/\u0428\u0443\u0440\u043f\u0430-2.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"448\" height=\"246\" src=\"https:\/\/www.craftoil.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/\u0428\u0443\u0440\u043f\u0430-2.jpg\" alt=\"Shurpa\" class=\"wp-image-52654\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.craftoil.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/\u0428\u0443\u0440\u043f\u0430-2.jpg 448w, https:\/\/www.craftoil.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/\u0428\u0443\u0440\u043f\u0430-2-300x165.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 448px) 100vw, 448px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Traditionally, shurpa is cooked with beef, but chicken makes an excellent alternative, creating a lighter yet equally delicious version of the dish. The addition of ground <a href=\"https:\/\/www.craftoil.net\/en\/product\/lavrovyi-lyst-melenyi-craftoil-naturalna-spetsiia-dlia-izhi-ta-kulinarii\/\">bay leaf<\/a> and paprika not only enhances the aroma but also significantly increases the soup\u2019s health benefits. Bay leaf contains organic acids, essential oils, and tannins that may help reduce inflammation, support hormonal balance, and stabilize blood sugar levels.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.craftoil.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/\u041b\u0430\u0432\u0440\u043e\u0432\u044b\u0439-\u043b\u0438\u0441\u0442-\u0434\u043b\u044f-\u0448\u0443\u0440\u043f\u044b-2.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"336\" height=\"336\" src=\"https:\/\/www.craftoil.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/\u041b\u0430\u0432\u0440\u043e\u0432\u044b\u0439-\u043b\u0438\u0441\u0442-\u0434\u043b\u044f-\u0448\u0443\u0440\u043f\u044b-2.jpg\" alt=\"Bay leaves for shurpa\" class=\"wp-image-52658\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.craftoil.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/\u041b\u0430\u0432\u0440\u043e\u0432\u044b\u0439-\u043b\u0438\u0441\u0442-\u0434\u043b\u044f-\u0448\u0443\u0440\u043f\u044b-2.jpg 336w, https:\/\/www.craftoil.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/\u041b\u0430\u0432\u0440\u043e\u0432\u044b\u0439-\u043b\u0438\u0441\u0442-\u0434\u043b\u044f-\u0448\u0443\u0440\u043f\u044b-2-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.craftoil.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/\u041b\u0430\u0432\u0440\u043e\u0432\u044b\u0439-\u043b\u0438\u0441\u0442-\u0434\u043b\u044f-\u0448\u0443\u0440\u043f\u044b-2-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.craftoil.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/\u041b\u0430\u0432\u0440\u043e\u0432\u044b\u0439-\u043b\u0438\u0441\u0442-\u0434\u043b\u044f-\u0448\u0443\u0440\u043f\u044b-2-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 336px) 100vw, 336px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Paprika is considered a true superfood rich in vitamin C, vitamins A, E, and K, as well as minerals such as potassium, iron, and magnesium. Regular consumption may help strengthen the immune system and improve blood circulation. In addition, paprika contains capsaicin \u2014 a powerful antioxidant known for protecting the body against free radicals and providing mild natural pain-relieving effects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"\u041f\u0430\u043f\u0440\u0438\u043a\u0430 \u043c\u0435\u043b\u0435\u043d\u0430 CraftOil\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/kpT2pcvRKrY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">CraftOil offers an excellent assortment of organic and 100% natural spices and seasonings. Our catalog includes dried ground bay leaf, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.craftoil.net\/en\/product\/papryka-melena-craftoil-naturalna-spetsiia-dlia-izhi-ta-kulinarii\/\">ground paprika,<\/a> savory, thyme, dill, parsley, ground coriander, and many other \u0430\u0440\u043e\u043c\u0430\u0442\u0438\u0447\u0435\u0441\u043a\u0438\u0435 spices. To learn more about their culinary uses or place an order, please leave a request on our website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingredients for chicken shurpa<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To prepare traditional eastern-style Tovuk Shurpa, you will need:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>1 cup rice (preferably long-grain rice);<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1.5 liters water (slightly more if needed);<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>500 g bone-in chicken meat (drumsticks, leg quarters, or wings);<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 onions;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tbsp tomato paste;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tsp ground bay leaf;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tsp paprika;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 tsp salt;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 carrot;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2\u20133 medium potatoes;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 bunch parsley (10\u201312 stems);<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step-by-step recipe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">First, prepare all ingredients. Wash the chicken thoroughly under running water and cut it into medium-sized pieces along the joints. Peel and rinse the onions. Finely chop one onion for frying, and make a shallow lengthwise cut in the second onion. Wash and peel the carrot, then slice it into rounds or large cubes. Rinse and finely chop the parsley. Peel the potatoes, wash them, and cut them into medium pieces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Place a large pot or cauldron over medium heat and pour in the water. Once the water starts boiling, add the chicken, the whole onion with the cut, salt, and ground bay leaf.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After 30 minutes, add the rice previously rinsed under running water. Twenty minutes later, add the potatoes, carrots, and chopped onion. Simmer the soup over low heat for another 30 minutes. Five minutes before cooking is complete, add the paprika, tomato paste, and finely chopped parsley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before serving, allow the shurpa to rest for about 30\u201340 minutes. This will make the soup even richer, more aromatic, and flavorful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Notes:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Traditionally, this Eastern soup is served with sliced onions (rings or half-rings) and sour cream. In addition to bay leaf and paprika, you can also add black pepper, allspice, Proven\u00e7al herbs, and other spices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A wide range of organic spices and cold-pressed oils is always available from CraftOil site..<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Chicken Shurpa (Tovuk Shurpa) is a true discovery for those who enjoy hearty and healthy meals. 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