Heartwarming Black Garlic Samgyetjook (Ginseng Chicken Porridge)
A Special Samgyetjook with Black Garlic for the Hottest Days
Introducing a special Black Garlic Samgyetjook, made with a mother’s loving touch. The star ingredient, black garlic, was even homemade with care. How about a truly unique Samgyetjook this summer? This nourishing dish combines the health benefits of black garlic with the comforting essence of ginseng chicken porridge, perfect for a special summer treat.
Let’s Prepare Everything Together!
- 1 whole fresh chicken (cleaned)
- 3 pieces of Eupatorium chinense (cleaned)
- 10 jujube fruits (dates)
- 2 pieces of Astragalus root (Huangqi)
- 100g black garlic
- 50g black sesame seeds
- 200g soaked glutinous rice
- 4 liters of fresh water
- 1 pinch of salt (for seasoning)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, to create a clean and flavorful broth, place 4 liters of water in a pot along with the cleaned whole chicken, 3 pieces of Eupatorium chinense, 10 jujube fruits, and 2 pieces of Astragalus root. Bring it to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for about 40 minutes to 1 hour, or until the chicken is fully cooked. A rich, milky broth will emerge as it simmers.
Step 2
Once the chicken is well-cooked, carefully remove it from the pot and let it cool slightly. While still warm, gently remove the bones and shred or chop the chicken meat into bite-sized pieces. This will ensure the chicken is tender and blends beautifully into the porridge.
Step 3
Now, let’s prepare the beneficial black garlic. Peel all 100g of the black garlic cloves. Black garlic offers a unique sweet and deep flavor that will elevate the taste of the Samgyetjook.
Step 4
Next, we’ll blend the black garlic to infuse its flavor into the broth. In a blender, combine the prepared 100g of black garlic, 50g of nutty black sesame seeds, and a portion of the strained chicken broth (about 1-2 cups). Blend until smooth. The addition of black sesame seeds will add a wonderful nutty and smooth texture.
Step 5
Now it’s time to cook the porridge with the rice in the chicken broth. Add the 200g of soaked glutinous rice to the clear chicken broth. Season with 1 pinch of salt to enhance the savory taste. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the rice grains break down and the porridge thickens. It’s important to cook the rice until it’s very soft and mushy.
Step 6
This is the final step! Once the rice has softened, stir in the blended black garlic and black sesame mixture into the pot. Continue to cook over low heat for about 5 more minutes, allowing the flavors of the black garlic to permeate the entire porridge. Keep stirring to prevent sticking and ensure a smooth consistency. Add the shredded chicken meat and simmer for a little longer. Your delicious Black Garlic Samgyetjook is ready to be enjoyed! Serve hot and savor this nourishing meal.
