Chicken Soup with Shiitake Mushroom
Chicken Soup with Shiitake Mushroom is a classic Chinese dish made by slow-cooking fresh chicken, mushrooms, and red dates. The chicken is tender, the mushrooms are flavorful, and the red dates add sweetness and nutrition. This soup is not only delicious but also nourishing. Slow simmering allows the natural flavors and nutrients of the ingredients to fully develop, making it both tasty and healthy for family meals.
INGREDIENTS
- Half a chicken, chopped into pieces
DIRECTIONS
Prepare Ingredients:
Cut 3.5 ounces of fresh shiitake mushrooms in half.
1 piece of ginger, sliced.
Take half a chicken and cut it into large pieces, then chop those pieces into smaller chunks.
Blanch the Chicken:
Fill a pot with enough warm water to cover the chicken pieces.
Add the chicken pieces to the pot and bring to a boil. Blanch the chicken to remove any blood and impurities.
Remove the chicken pieces, rinse them under cold water, and drain well. Set aside.
Sauté Ingredients:
Heat some cooking oil in a pot over medium heat.
Add the sliced ginger and stir-fry until fragrant.
Add the chicken pieces and stir-fry for a few seconds.
Add the shiitake mushrooms and continue to stir-fry for a short while.
Add Seasonings:
Pour in 1 tablespoon of cooking wine.
Add enough water to the pot to cover the ingredients (about halfway up the pot).
Add 3 dried red dates.
Simmer:
Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat. Skim off any foam that rises to the surface.
Cover the pot with a lid, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 40 minutes.
Final Seasoning:
After 40 minutes, uncover the pot.
Add 1 1/2 teaspoons of salt and stir well to combine.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve:
Ladle the soup into bowls and enjoy while hot.