The Easiest Korean Chicken Soup You'll Ever Make

Today, we are going to make a very simple Korean chicken soup called Dak-kom-tang. In Korea, people often enjoy hot chicken dishes even during the hot summer to help restore their energy. This tradition is called the Yi-yeol-chi-yeol, which means fighting the heat with hot food. Today, instead of using a whole chicken, we will use bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs to make an easy and delicious Dak-kom-tang. Wash the chicken thoroughly before you begin. The bones make the broth rich and flavorful. Here are today's ingredients. One onion, one to two large green onions, a handful of mung bean sprouts, and some garlic chives. Place the chicken in a large pot. Make a small cut in the root end of the onion. Cut the green onions into large pieces. The onion and green onions give the broth a natural sweetness and aroma. Pour in about 10 cups of water and bring it to a boil over high heat. Once it starts boiling, reduce the heat to medium and simmer for about 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, the broth will be rich, clean, and full of flavor. Remove the onion and green onions. Then skim off any excess fat from the surface. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces. You can shred it by hand or use scissors if that's easier. One of the best things about Dak-kom-tang is that you can enjoy the natural flavor of the ingredients without using lots of seasonings. Add the minced garlic and the mung bean sprouts. Then cook for about two minutes. If you like, add the garlic chives as well. They pair wonderfully with the chicken. The mung bean sprouts add a nice crunch texture while the garlic chives add a fresh aroma. Add a half tablespoon of salt. If you like a little more savory flavor, add one teaspoon of chicken stock powder. You can also use a little fish sauce instead. Finally, adjust the seasoning with more salt if needed. Cook for about one more minute and your light, comforting Dak-kom-tang is done. Serve it with warm rice or noodles. Then ladle the soup generously over the top. It's especially delicious with kimchi which pairs perfectly with the clean, savory broth. Although these ingredients are simple, this Korean chicken soup is hearty and satisfying enough to enjoy as a complete meal. I hope you will give it a try at home. Stay healthy this summer and enjoy a warm bowl of Dak-kom-tang. Thank you so much for watching. I will see you in the next video.