
Samgyetang is a delicious chicken soup made with a whole young chicken, infused with the earthy goodness of ginseng.
The chicken remains whole in the soup, which may be a bit off-putting for the unprepared. But don’t let the appearance stop you — once you taste the rich, tender ginseng-flavored meat and the flavorful broth, you’ll understand why samgyetang is such a beloved dish.
The true highlight is the stuffing hidden inside the chicken, typically a mix of sticky rice, ginseng, red dates and chestnuts. This stuffing absorbs all the savory flavors from the chicken and ginseng, creating a mouthwatering combination.
Traditionally enjoyed on the hottest days of summer — the three “bok” days known as chobok, jungbok, and malbok, according to the lunar calendar — samgyetang is believed to improve stamina and vitality during the peak of summer.
(whole chicken soup, ginseng chicken soup, Korean chicken soup with ginseng, traditional chicken and rice soup)