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Taiwanese Sesame Oil Chicken Soup

Taiwanese Sesame Oil Chicken Soup for Cozy Comfort Nights

This Taiwanese Sesame Oil Chicken Soup offers a rich, warming flavor that's nourishing and perfect for chilly nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Taiwanese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 4 legs Chicken bone-in for richer broth
  • 2 tablespoons Black Sesame Oil substitute with regular sesame oil if needed
  • 4 slices Ginger thick slices for maximum flavor
  • 0.25 cup Taiwanese Rice Wine (Michiu) can substitute with dry sherry
  • 1 tablespoon Rock Sugar regular granulated sugar can be used
  • 4 cups Water adjust for preferred thickness
  • to taste Salt add to taste
  • 1 bunch Scallions use for garnish

Equipment

  • Thick-bottomed pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse and dry the chicken legs under cold water.
  2. Heat black sesame oil in a thick-bottomed pot over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Add sliced ginger and sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant and golden.
  4. Sear chicken legs in batches for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  5. Pour in rice wine, add rock sugar, and enough water to cover chicken. Stir and bring to simmer.
  6. Cover and simmer the soup on medium-low heat for 30 minutes.
  7. Taste the broth and add salt as needed. Garnish with scallions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with vegetables like napa cabbage or glass noodles towards the end of cooking.

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