1.5lbchickenor meat of your choice cut into 1/2 inch strips
1/2lbsshrimppeeled and deveined (optional)
2tbspcooking oil
Toppings
4eggs, boiled
8ozspaghetti noodles
1/2chopped scallionsfor garnishing
Meat Marinate
2tspcreole seasoning
1tbspsoy sauce
Broth & Seasoning
8cupschicken broth
1tbspcreole seasoning
1tbspsoy sauce
1tbspworcestershire sauce
1tsponion powder
1tspgarlic powder
1tspdried oregano
1tspdried thyme
1tsppaprika
1/4tspcayenne
1/2tspblack pepper
Instructions
Start with the Marinade
Marinate the chicken or protein of your choice with soy sauce and creole spices some hours before but if you don't have time even a quick marinade can work.
Start by searing the chicken adding taste to the final stew. (Optional)
Calmly skip this step 2 if you're in a hurry.
Start the stew
Add the chicken broth and the meat in a pot stirring all the spices, the soy sauce and the Worcestershire sauce.
Bring the stew to boil and then reduce the heat and leave to simmer for 20 minutes. I suggest to keep stirring the pot every 5 minutes. I love to leave the chicken cooking for over an hour but you can vary this as long as the meat is cooked throughout.
Prepare the toppings
Boil the eggs according to your liking and chop the green onions while waiting for the stew to be ready.
Cook Shrimp, Noodles & Serve
Add the spaghetti to the stew or noodles following the package instructions. Continue to cook for 5-10 minutes following the package instructions and until until the chicken is cooked, soft and tender. If you're going to add shrimps add them only in the last 5 minutes as they cook very fast.
Assemble the bowl, choose a large bowl adding some noodles and a ladle of broth. Then place gently the chicken strips and top with the green onions and the sliced eggs. I don't like adding the hot sauce but you can add some for extra flavor according to your liking. Enjoy your Yok, Yock or Yak!
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