Golden Harmony: Ultimate Chinese Chicken Stock Recipe

#1 Chinese Soup Stock by Sy 🍲

Overview:

• Cook Time: 3 hours
• Prep Time: 45 minutes
• Total Time: 3 hours 45 minutes
• Servings: 2-3 quarts
• Category: Stocks
• Keywords: Chicken Breast, Chicken, Poultry, Meat, Chinese, Asian, Very Low Carbs, High Protein, Weeknight, < 4 Hours, Easy
• Calories: 594.1 per serving
• Fat Content: 37.2g
• Saturated Fat Content: 11.1g
• Cholesterol Content: 196.6mg
• Sodium Content: 184.9mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 0.3g
• Fiber Content: 0g
• Sugar Content: 0g
• Protein Content: 60.3g

Ingredients:

• 4-5 lbs stewing chicken
• 3-4 roasting chickens
• 6 smoked ham hock
• Gingerroot

Instructions:

1. Prepare Ingredients:

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   • Cut the chicken into small pieces, ensuring to remove any excess fat.
   • Trim any excess fat off the lean pork.
   • Place the chicken and pork into a large pot.

2. Initial Cooking:

   • Add water to cover the ingredients and bring it to a boil.
   • Once boiling, reduce the heat and allow it to simmer for about 10 minutes until the scum rises to the top.

3. Skimming Process:

   • Using a colander, remove the chicken and pork from the pot.
   • Rinse them under cold water to eliminate any scum.
   • Clean the stock pot thoroughly and return the chicken and pork to it.

4. Flavor Infusion:

   • Add gingerroot to the pot.
   • Pour water over the ingredients, covering them three-quarters to the top of the pot.
   • Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a very, very low setting.

5. Simmering:

   • Simmer the stock gently, allowing only a few bubbles to surface and ensuring the pot remains uncovered.
   • Let it simmer for approximately 3 to 5 hours, infusing the flavors gradually.

6. Straining Process:

   • Once simmered, strain the stock using a colander lined with cheesecloth.
   • Discard the bones and any solids, keeping only the clear, flavorful liquid.

7. Chilling and Skimming:

   • Allow the stock to cool to room temperature before transferring it to the refrigerator.
   • After several hours, skim off any fat that accumulates on the surface, ensuring a clear and refined stock.

8. Enhancements (Optional):

   • For a richer and more flavorful stock, consider adding approximately 1 lb of smoked ham hock to the recipe.
   • Before adding the ham hock, blanch it to remove any excess spices.
   • Alternatively, for a quicker option, use College Brand Chicken Stock (46 fl oz can) and enhance it with a small piece of smoked ham hock.

Enjoy the rich, aromatic flavors of this #1 Chinese Soup Stock by Sy! Perfect for enhancing soups, stews, and various Asian-inspired dishes, this stock promises to elevate your culinary creations to new heights. Take your time with the simmering process, allowing the ingredients to meld together harmoniously, resulting in a stock that’s both nourishing and deeply satisfying. Whether for a cozy weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this stock recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen repertoire.