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Ginseng Chicken Soup (Samgyetang)

Samgyetang is a healthy soup made with ginseng and chicken. It’s a traditional dish usually consumed during hot summer days in Korea!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 5 minutes
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Korean
Keyword: Ginseng Chicken Soup, Samgyetang
Servings: 4 people
Author: Chef Chris Cho

Equipment

  • 1 Big Deep Pot

Ingredients

  • 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

Instructions

  • 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!

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