Comforting Dakgomtang: Your Go-To Korean Chicken Soup Recipe

Comforting Dakgomtang: Your Go-To Korean Chicken Soup Recipe

Dakgomtang is a traditional Korean chicken soup that warms your soul with its rich, milky broth and tender chicken.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 50

Enhancing Broth Time 1

Total Time 2

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Soups

Cuisine: Korean

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Soup Base

1 whole Chicken (3 to 4 pounds) Use bone-in parts for better broth flavor.
10-12 cloves Garlic Adjust quantity based on preference.
1 inch piece Ginger, sliced Fresh ginger is recommended.
1/2 medium Onion Yellow or white onions work well.
2-3 white parts Scallion Use green parts for garnish.

Seasoning

1/2 teaspoon Whole Black Peppercorns Can substitute with ground black pepper.
Salt and Pepper to Taste Use kosher salt for best results.

Garnish

3 Chopped Scallions Provides freshness and color.

Optional Spicy Sauce (Dadaegi)

Gochugaru, minced garlic, soy sauce, and chicken broth Mix for added heat and flavor.

Equipment

Large stock pot

Method

Preparation Steps

Prepare the Chicken: Place a cleaned whole chicken (3 to 4 pounds) in a large stock pot. Cover with about 10 cups of water. Bring to a rolling boil.
Add Aromatics: Once boiling, add garlic, ginger, onion, and scallions. Skim foam from the surface and reduce heat to medium-high.
Simmer the Soup: Allow to simmer for 40-50 minutes, covered. Check chicken doneness by ensuring juices run clear when pierced.
Shred the Chicken: Remove chicken and let cool. Shred into bite-sized pieces, discarding skin and bones if desired.
Enhance the Broth: Return bones to the pot and simmer for an additional 30-60 minutes for richer broth.
Strain and Serve: Strain the broth into a bowl and skim excess fat. Serve with shredded chicken and garnish with scallions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 28gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently and add fresh scallions when serving.

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