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Korean Samgyetang with Ginseng and Jujubes

Name: Korean Samgyetang with Ginseng and Jujubes
Prep time: 50 min
Cook time: 150 min
Total time: 200 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 2 Cornish game hens, cleaned and excess fat removed; 4 cloves garlic, peeled; 2 small ginseng roots, peeled; 1/3 cup sweet rice (glutinous rice), rinsed and drained; 8 jujubes (Korean dried red dates); 2 chestnuts, peeled; 5 cups water; 4 slices of ginger, sliced; 2 green onions, tied in a knot; Salt and black pepper, to taste; Chopped spring onions, for garnish

Experience the wholesome goodness of Korean Samgyetang, packed with rich flavors and health-boosting ingredients like ginseng and jujubes.

4.1(120 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·October 16, 2025

Korean Samgyetang with Ginseng and Jujubes — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

50 min

Cook

2 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Chicken

For the Stuffing

For the Broth

For the Garnish

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 324 kcal
Protein: 34.65 g
Carbs: 28.5 g
Fat: 8.2 g
Fiber: 1.2 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 1294 kcal
Protein: 138.6 g
Carbs: 114 g
Fat: 32.8 g
Fiber: 4.8 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
2 Cornish game hens cleaned and excess fat removed	800	130	0	32	0
4 cloves garlic peeled	16	0.7	3.6	0	0.2
2 small ginseng roots peeled	5	0.2	1.2	0	0.1
1/3 cup sweet rice (glutinous rice) rinsed and drained	220	4	48	0.3	1
8 jujubes (Korean dried red dates)	200	2	50	0	2
2 chestnuts peeled	30	0.6	6.5	0.3	0.5
5 cups water	0	0	0	0	0
4 slices of ginger sliced	8	0.2	1.7	0.1	0.2
2 green onions tied in a knot	10	0.6	2	0.1	0.6
Salt and black pepper to taste	0	0	0	0	0
Chopped spring onions for garnish	5	0.3	1	0	0.2

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Preparing the Chicken

1
Rinse and Dry
Rinse the hens thoroughly under running water. Pat dry with paper towels.
2
Stuff the Chicken
Stuff each hen with 2 cloves of garlic, 1 ginseng root, 4 jujubes, and 1 chestnut.
3
Secure the Opening
Secure the opening with a toothpick or kitchen string.

Preparing the Broth

1
Combine Ingredients
In a large pot, combine water, ginger slices, and knotted green onions.
Tip: Ensure the pot is large enough for the broth to cover the hens completely. Soak the sweet rice in cold water for about 30 minutes before use for a softer texture.
2
Add the Hens
Place the hens into the pot carefully.
3
Bring to Boil
Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat.

How to Make Korean Samgyetang with Ginseng and Jujubes

Total time: 3 h 20 min · Yields 4 servings

1
Simmering
Gently simmer the soup for about 1.5 to 2 hours until chicken is tender.
2
Skimming
Occasionally skim off any foam or fat that rises to the surface.
3
Seasoning
Adjust seasoning with salt and a pinch of black pepper to taste about 10 minutes before serving.