Ginseng Chicken Soup (Samgyetang)
Samgyetang is a healthy soup made with ginseng and chicken. Itβs a traditional dish usually consumed during hot summer days in Korea!
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Cook Time1 hour hr
Total Time1 hour hr 5 minutes mins
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Korean
Keyword: Ginseng Chicken Soup, Samgyetang
Servings: 4 people
Author: Chef Chris Cho
- 4 pcs Big Leg Quarters
- 1 cup Jujubee Around 15 pcs
- 1 bulb Garlic Peeled
- Handful of Ginseng
- 2-3 liters Water Or until your pot is filled
- Abalone or Octopus Bits Optional
- Onion and Scallions Chopped, For garnish
Place the chicken, ginseng, jujubee, and garlic in a big pot. Let it boil for 1 hr or until the broth has reduced to 3/4.
Skim off any excess fat or scum that floats as you cook. Check the chicken for tenderness and doneness, then serve.
To serve, add the onion and scallion at the bottom of your bowl then top with meat and soup. Pair with rice, salt and pepper dipping sauce, and banchan, and enjoy!