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Hearty Bokchoy Chicken Soup

Hearty Bok Choy Chicken Soup: A Comforting Bowl of Joy

This Hearty Bok Choy Chicken Soup offers a comforting bowl of nourishment and flavor, perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Asian, Comfort Food
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 cup Dried Shiitake Mushrooms Can substitute with fresh mushrooms, added later.
  • 1 pound Chicken Thighs For vegetarian option, replace with tofu.
  • 4 cups Broth Chicken or vegetable broth based on preference.
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce Opt for low-sodium varieties.
  • 1 piece Cinnamon Stick Remove before serving.
  • 1 piece Star Anise Remove before serving.
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups Bok Choy Substitutes: Napa cabbage or Swiss chard.
  • 1 medium Onion Chop finely.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Grated or minced.
  • 1 medium Fennel Chopped.
  • 3 stalks Scallions Whites for cooking, greens for garnish.
  • 1 cup Bean Sprouts Stir in at the end.
For the Finishing Touches
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Drizzle when serving.

Equipment

  • Large soup pot
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Soak the dried shiitake mushrooms in boiling water for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat, then add onion, garlic, and ginger. Stir for about 5 minutes.
  3. Pour in the reserved mushroom soaking liquid along with broth, soy sauce, cinnamon stick, star anise, and a pinch of pepper. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. Add chicken thighs and cook for about 20 minutes, ensuring they reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
  5. Stir in chopped fennel, scallion whites, and reserved shiitake mushrooms. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  6. Incorporate bok choy stems and let simmer for 3 minutes.
  7. Add bok choy greens and bean sprouts, cooking just until greens wilt, about 2 minutes.
  8. Remove cinnamon stick and star anise. Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with scallion greens, cilantro, and sesame oil. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 850mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 90mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Check chicken thoroughly for safety. Customize spice levels as desired.

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