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Taiwanese Sesame Oil Chicken Soup

Warming Taiwanese Sesame Oil Chicken Soup for Comforting Days

This Taiwanese Sesame Oil Chicken Soup is a nurturing dish perfect for chilly days, offering deep flavors and comforting warmth.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Taiwanese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 4 pieces Chicken Legs Essential for a rich flavor and tender texture.
  • 2 tablespoons Black Sesame Oil Provides a nutty aroma and key flavor.
  • 2 inches Ginger Use fresh ginger with the skin on for best taste.
  • 1/2 cup Taiwanese Rice Wine (Michiu) Contributes depth and umami.
  • 1 tablespoon Rock Sugar Can be swapped for granulated sugar.
  • 6 cups Water Adjust for a thicker soup.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to your taste preference.
  • 2 scallions Scallions Fresh garnish for added crunch.

Equipment

  • thick-bottomed pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse the chicken legs under cold running water and pat them dry with paper towels.
  2. In a thick-bottomed pot, heat the black sesame oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers slightly—about 2 minutes.
  3. Add thick slices of fresh ginger to the pot, letting them sizzle for around 2 minutes.
  4. Increase the heat to high and brown the chicken legs skin-side down for 4–5 minutes.
  5. Lower the heat back to medium, pour in Taiwanese rice wine, and add rock sugar and water to cover the chicken.
  6. Cover the pot and let the soup simmer gently for about 30 minutes.
  7. After 30 minutes, check if the chicken legs are tender; simmer for additional 5-minute increments if needed.
  8. Season the soup with salt to taste and garnish with julienned scallions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and high-quality black sesame oil to enhance the soup's authentic flavor.

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