Chogye-tang, a North Korean specialty, offers a perfect blend of cool and tangy flavors, ideal for hot summer days. This chilled chicken soup boasts a wide range of colorful ingredients like shredded chicken, fresh vegetables, and crisp fruits, all bathed in a savory broth enhanced with mustard and vinegar.
Ingredients
๐ Whole boiled chicken, shredded no specific brand
๐ฅ 2 fresh cucumbers
๐ถ๏ธ 1 red paprika
๐ถ๏ธ 1 yellow paprika
๐ 1 Asian pear
๐ 1 apple
๐ฅฌ Shredded white kimchi no specific brand
๐ฅข Dongchimi radish water kimchi no specific brand
๐ฅ Prepared mustard sauce no specific brand
๐พ White vinegar no specific brand
๐ฒ Chilled chicken broth, mixed with vegetable and dongchimi broth no specific brand
๐ฅ Thinly sliced egg strips, both yellow and white
Instructions
1- Prepare the Boiled Chicken:
- Boil a whole chicken until fully cooked and let it cool.
- Once cooled, shred the meat into larger pieces for a pleasing texture.
- Remove bones and skin if desired.
2- Slice Vegetables and Fruits:
- Wash the cucumbers and slice them thinly, using a diagonal cut.
- Wash, core, and slice both red and yellow paprikas into thin, rounded shapes.
- Peel the Asian pear and apple. Remove any angular edges, then slice them thinly into crescent-like shapes.
3- Prepare the Broth:
- Strain the chicken broth after boiling, remove fat, and chill.
- Mix with dongchimi broth, prepared mustard, and white vinegar for tanginess.
4- Assemble the Dish:
- In a large serving bowl, layer the cucumber, pear, shredded white kimchi, shredded chicken, apple slices, and the paprika.
- Carefully pour the chilled mixed broth over the layered ingredients.
- Garnish with finely shredded egg strips.
5- Serve:
- Just before serving, gently mix all ingredients in the bowl using chopsticks and a ladle for uniform flavor.
- Serve cold and enjoy as a refreshing main course.
Prep Time: Not specified
Cook Time: Not specified
Total Time: Not specified
Servings: Not specified
Equipment:
- ๐ฅฃ Stainless steel bowls no brand visible
- ๐ฝ๏ธ White ceramic plates no brand visible
- ๐ช Everzen kitchen knife
- ๐งบ Wooden cutting board by "WOOD"
- ๐งค Clear plastic gloves no brand visible
- ๐ฅ Chopsticks and ladle no brand visible
Cooking Tips:
- Shredding Chicken: Shred in larger pieces to retain texture.
- Presentation: Focus on consistent, thin slices for visual appeal.
- Broth Balance: Ensure broth is well-chilled and properly flavored.
- Mustard's Role: Besides flavor, it enhances safety by acting as an antiseptic.
- Serving Suggestions: This dish is best enjoyed cold, perfectly suited as a main course during summer. Thoroughly mix before serving to ensure balanced seasoning.
- Historical Tip: North Korean Chogye-tang is served cold unlike its South Korean counterpart, adapting to climate and ingredients availability.
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