Description
This Black Sesame Chicken Soup is a comforting and flavorful Asian-inspired dish that is perfect for chilly days. The combination of tender chicken, earthy sesame seeds, and fresh greens creates a nourishing and satisfying bowl of soup.
Ingredients
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For the Soup:
- 1 ½ lbs bone-in, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon toasted black sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon white sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch fresh ginger, sliced
- 2 green onions, chopped (white and green parts separated)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon white pepper
- 1 cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced (optional)
- 2 cups baby spinach or bok choy
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add garlic, ginger, and the white parts of the green onions, sautéing for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the chicken thighs, broth, soy sauce, and vinegar. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook for 25–30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Remove the chicken, shred it with two forks, and return it to the pot. Stir in the black and white sesame seeds, mushrooms (if using), and spinach or bok choy.
- Simmer for another 5–7 minutes until the greens are wilted and the mushrooms are tender. Season with salt and white pepper to taste.
- Ladle into bowls and garnish with the green parts of the scallions and additional sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
- For a nuttier flavor, grind some of the black sesame seeds before adding.
- You can use rotisserie chicken for a quicker version.
- Add cooked rice or noodles to make it more filling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 630mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
