Hwanggidakbaeksuk is a Korean soup made with a whole young chicken and various medicinal herbs, including milk vetch root (황기). It’s a popular dish known for its rich flavor and health benefits.
Key Ingredients:
- Young chicken
- Milk vetch root
- Jujube
- Garlic
- Ginger
- Green onions
How to Make Hwanggidakbaeksuk:
- Prepare the chicken: Clean the chicken and remove any unwanted parts.
- Simmer the chicken: In a large pot, simmer the chicken with water, milk vetch root, jujube, garlic, ginger, and green onions.
- Season the soup: Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve: Serve the soup hot with rice.
Tips:
- Herbs: The combination of herbs and roots in this soup offers various health benefits, including boosting the immune system and improving circulation.
- Chicken selection: A young chicken will result in a more tender and flavorful soup.
- Serving: The soup can be served with additional ingredients like noodles or dumplings.