Blood-Nourishing Black Chicken Soup
A comforting traditional Chinese healing soup made with silky black chicken, red dates, longan, and goji berries. This nourishing broth is believed to support energy and blood health.
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This restorative soup has been a staple in Chinese households for generations. Black chicken has darker meat and richer flavor than regular chicken, making it ideal for slow-simmered soups.
Ingredients
black chicken (乌鸡)
half a chicken, about 1.5 lbs
fresh ginger
3 slices
green onion
1 stalk
red dates
8-10 pitted
dried longan
8-10 pieces
goji berries
a handful
cooking wine
1 tablespoon
salt
to taste
water
8 cups
Instructions
1
Blanch the chicken
Bring a pot of water to a gentle boil. Add the chicken pieces and let them cook for 3 minutes without covering the pot. Remove and rinse clean to remove any impurities.
2
Start the broth
Place the cleaned chicken in a clay pot or large stockpot. Add the ginger slices, green onion, red dates, dried longan, and goji berries. Pour in the water and cooking wine.
3
Simmer slowly
Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and let simmer for about 1.5 hours until the chicken is tender and the broth is rich.
4
Season and serve
Remove from heat. Season with salt to taste. Serve hot in bowls, accompanied by the tender chicken and flavorful broth.
