Aromatic Chives and Chicken Soup (Baeksuk)
Summer’s Best Rejuvenation: The Golden Recipe for Chives and Chicken Soup
Beat the summer heat with the ultimate restorative dish! This recipe features tender young chicken, fragrant chives, and a medley of nourishing ingredients for a comforting chicken soup (Baeksuk). Thanks to a convenient samgyetang ingredient kit from the supermarket, preparing this wholesome meal is easier than ever. Enjoy a nutritious and satisfying bowl perfect for the whole family to boost their energy during the summer!
Main Ingredients- 2 young chickens
- 10 whole garlic cloves
- 1/2 bunch fresh chives
- 1 Samgyetang ingredient kit (containing ingredients like milk vetch root, jujubes, dried chestnuts, Korean angelica tree root, thorny-stemmed raspberry stem, etc.)
- A small amount of prepared ginseng
- A small amount of ginkgo nuts (optional)
- A few jujubes (optional)
- 2L water
- Soy sauce or salt (for seasoning)
- Ground pepper (to taste)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Begin by thoroughly rinsing the two young chickens under cold running water. Carefully remove any internal organs and blood to ensure a clean, odor-free chicken soup. Ensure both the inside and outside of the chickens are impeccably clean.
Step 2
Using a pre-packaged Samgyetang ingredient kit, readily available at most supermarkets, can greatly simplify the preparation. These kits often include essential herbs like milk vetch root, jujubes, dried chestnuts, Korean angelica tree root, and thorny-stemmed raspberry stem, saving you the trouble of sourcing them individually. Complement these with fresh chives, ginseng, and whole garlic cloves for a richer and more nutritious chicken soup. Feel free to add extra chestnuts or jujubes according to your preference.
Step 3
In a large pot, combine the cleaned chickens and all the prepared ingredients (samgyetang kit, garlic cloves, ginseng, etc.). Pour in 2 liters of fresh water. Bring the water to a rolling boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium, cover the pot, and let it simmer gently for about 40 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
Step 4
As the soup simmers, a wonderful aroma of chicken soup will fill your kitchen! Around the 30-minute mark, lift the lid to check the chicken’s doneness. At this stage, you can add a splash of soy sauce or a pinch of salt to season the broth for a deeper flavor. Alternatively, you can always season your individual bowl with salt and pepper just before eating.
Step 5
As the chicken soup nears completion, add a generous handful of fresh chives that have been roughly chopped. Allow the chives to simmer briefly, just until they become tender. The chives will infuse the broth with their delicate aroma, adding a unique and refreshing flavor to the soup.
Step 6
Your nourishing and aromatic Chives and Chicken Soup is ready! As you can see, it’s surprisingly simple to make. The combination of succulent chicken, fragrant chives, and a rich, flavorful broth makes for a hearty and deeply satisfying meal. Enjoy this delightful dish with your loved ones!
Step 7
This summer, take care of your health by enjoying delicious traditional summer dishes like this one. We hope this Chives and Chicken Soup recipe helps you stay healthy and refreshed throughout the season!
