Boiled Hen And Spicy Dumplings

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse the hen under cool water and pat dry. Season with salt and pepper.

2. 2

   Place the hen in a large stock pot. Add the onions, carrots, celery, jalapeños, garlic, bay leaves, and thyme. Add enough water (about 1 gallon) to cover. Season with salt and black pepper.

3. 3

   Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, and cook for about 2 hours or until the meat falls off the bones. Skim off any scum every 30 minutes.

4. 4

   Remove from heat and cool for 20 minutes. Strain the stock through a fine mesh strainer, reserving the stock, the hen meat, and 1 cup of cooked vegetables.

5. 5

   Return the stock to the pot and bring to a simmer. Remove the meat from the hen, discard skin and bones, and tear meat into pieces.

6. 6

   In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Mash the reserved vegetables with a fork. Stir the mashed vegetables and milk into the flour mixture until incorporated.

7. 7

   Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and press out to about 1/8-inch thick. Cut into strips 2 inches long and 1 inch wide.

8. 8

   Add the cream to the simmering stock. Add the dumplings and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 30 minutes. Stir in the green onions, parsley, and hen meat. Serve warm.