Samgyetang

Ingredients

• 1 young chicken (about 3.3 lbs)
• 6 ginseng roots
• 100 g zucchini
• 100 g carrots
• 100 g potatoes
• 2 onions
• 100 g jujubes
• 100 g rice
• 200 ml water
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper

Method

1. Cut the chicken into pieces and simmer in boiling water for 5 minutes to remove blood and impurities.
2. In a pot, heat the sesame oil and sauté the onions until they turn golden brown.
3. Add the chicken, ginseng roots, zucchini, carrots, potatoes, jujubes, and rice. Cover with water and bring to a boil.
4. Simmer over medium heat for 1 hour, adding water if necessary to maintain the liquid level.
5. Grind the salt and pepper and add to the broth. Let it simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
6. Serve hot in individual portions, accompanied by a bit of rice.