Dakbokkeumtang
Dakbokkeumtang is a comforting Korean chicken stew packed with flavorful spices and tender chicken, perfect for chilly nights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stewing
- Cuisine: Korean
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs chicken (cut into pieces)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 onion (sliced)
- 2 carrots (sliced)
- 2 potatoes (cubed)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 green onions (chopped) for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the sesame oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Stir in the sliced onion and minced garlic, cooking until the onion is translucent, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add the soy sauce, gochugaru, sliced carrots, and cubed potatoes, stirring well to coat.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat and let the stew simmer for about 30 to 40 minutes until the chicken is cooked and vegetables are tender.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
Consider using bone-in chicken for added flavor. Adjust gochugaru for desired spice level.