Samgyetang (Korean)

Samgyetang is a beloved Korean ginseng chicken soup, traditionally made by simmering a whole young chicken stuffed with glutinous rice, ginseng, jujubes, garlic, and chestnuts. It's a nourishing dish originating from Korea, especially popular during the hot summer months.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

It's a high-protein, low-carb dish, providing lean protein from the chicken and complex carbs from the glutinous rice, along with minerals like iron and potassium. A typical serving generally ranges from 400 to 600 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	450 kcal
Protein	35 g
Carbs	45 g
Fat	12 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	1200 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Phosphorus	300 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Zinc	3 mg
Niacin (B3)	8 mg
Vitamin B6	0.6 mg
Selenium	25 mcg
Copper	0.3 mg

Per 1 bowl (approx. 600 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's a quintessential 'heat-fighting heat' food, eaten on the hottest summer days (like Sambok) to restore energy and stamina. Nutritionally, the combination of ingredients is believed in Korean food therapy to have restorative and revitalizing properties.