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Steamboat Chicken Soup Base Recipe

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Description

Steamboat, also known as hot pot, is a popular Chinese dish in which a simmering pot of broth is placed at the center of the table, and diners cook their meat, seafood, and vegetables in the broth. The broth is the star of the show, and this chicken soup base recipe is perfect for those who prefer a light yet flavorful broth for their steamboat. It's easy to make, and you can customize the ingredients to your liking.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

2 hours

Ingredient

  • 1 whole chicken, about 1.5kg
  • 2 onions, peeled and halved
  • 2 carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 2 celery sticks, cut into chunks
  • 6 cloves of garlic, peeled and crushed
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 5 liters water

Equipment

  • A large pot (at least 8 liters)
  • A strainer or colander

Method

  1. Rinse the chicken under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
  2. In a large pot, combine the chicken, onions, carrots, celery, garlic, bay leaves, black peppercorns, salt, and water.
  3. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 2 hours, skimming off any foam that rises to the surface.
  4. Remove the chicken from the pot and set it aside to cool.
  5. Strain the broth through a colander or strainer and discard the solids.
  6. Shred the chicken meat and add it back into the broth.
  7. Your steamboat chicken soup base is ready to use!

Notes

  • You can adjust the amount of salt to your liking.
  • You can also add other herbs and spices, such as ginger, star anise, or cinnamon, for extra flavor.
  • This recipe makes a large batch of soup base, so you can freeze the leftovers for later use.

Nutrition Info

  • Calories: 120
  • Protein: 12g
  • Fat: 7g
  • Carbohydrates: 2g
  • Sodium: 800mg

Recipes FAQ

What is steamboat?

Steamboat, also known as hot pot, is a Chinese dish in which a simmering pot of broth is placed at the center of the table, and diners cook their meat, seafood, and vegetables in the broth.

What kind of chicken should I use?

You can use any whole chicken that is about 1.5kg in weight.

Can I adjust the amount of salt?

Yes, you can adjust the amount of salt to your liking.

Recipe Tips

  • If you want a clearer broth, you can strain it through a cheesecloth.
  • You can add other ingredients to the broth, such as mushrooms, tofu, or noodles.
  • If you don't have a large pot, you can halve the recipe.
  • If you don't have time to simmer the broth for 2 hours, you can use a pressure cooker to speed up the process.

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