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Samgyetang

From the video “Ginseng Chicken Soup (Samgyetang:삼계탕)” by Maangchi. RecipesMD is not affiliated with Maangchi. Steps are in our own words.

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Mild
Total time
~10 min
est.
Serves
2
Cost
~$2.52*
per serving, Ontariosave ~$17.48* vs ordering out
Difficulty
Involved
Ingredients
17

Ingredients

  • Vegetarian

May contain gluten, soy, sesame

Read from the ingredient list. Check packaging if you have an allergy.

Ontario grocery estimate*

~$5.04*for 2 people
~$2.52*per serving

You save about ~$17.48* per serving (87% less*) than ordering it out — ~$34.96* for 2 people.

Order out = a typical Ontario Korean restaurant plate, before delivery fees, tax and tip.

6 ingredients priced from Ontario averages · 6 predicted from typical costs · not priced: cornish game hen, jujube, ginseng

* Estimate, not a quote: 6 line(s) we couldn't price were filled with typical costs for their type; restaurant comparison is a typical Ontario Korean restaurant plate at ~$20, before delivery fees, tax and tip. Prices: Ontario averages (StatCan 2026-07) + RecipesMD estimates, pro-rated, staples excluded.

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Nutrition & health

Nutrition per serving293 kcal · 15% of 2,000Recipe makes 2 servings
Fat0.8 g1%
Saturated fat0.2 g1%
Sodium1,332 mg58%
Carbohydrate63 g23%
Fiber3.6 g13%
Total sugars5.1 gno daily value
Added sugars0 g0%
Protein9.1 g18%

Estimate from the ingredient list — not dietary advice. % Daily Value uses FDA reference amounts; 5% or less is low, 20% or more is high. Added sugars are counted from sweeteners and sweet sauces in the list.

Health indexBalanced
  • Starting point60
  • Protein+17 of 20
  • Fiber+18 of 20
  • Saturated fat−1 of 20
  • Sodium−20 of 20
  • Added sugars (estimate)0 of 20

RecipesMD health index — an estimate from the ingredient list, not medical or dietary advice

From 6 of 9 ingredient lines (100% of the measured weight), divided into 2 servings as stated in the video. Not counted because the video gives no amount: salt, green onion, sesame seeds, black pepper, sesame oil, honey. Not matched to nutrient data: cornish game hen, jujube, ginseng. Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy (2018-04, public domain) + 4 Branded Foods records.

Equipment

  • knife
  • cutting board
  • mixing bowl
  • strainer
  • kitchen scissors
  • pot
  • earthenware pot
  • ladle
  • chopsticks
  • spoon

What the video didn’t say

  • Exact total cooking time in minutes not explicitly summarized, stated as 1 hour plus 10 minutes
  • Exact recipe yield total cooking duration in minutes is uncertain
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Read from the public video by gemini-3.5-flash-lite on 2026-10-05. Thumbnail and video are Maangchi’s, shown through YouTube’s official embed.

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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about Samgyetang

What makes Maangchi's Samgyetang recipe and technique special?

Maangchi's take on Samgyetang focuses on home kitchen precision, balancing Korean flavors with an estimated under 30 minutes total preparation time. Crucial step: Simmer until tender; undercooking leaves tough meat and raw rice. Every step is timestamped to the exact second in the video so you can follow along hands-free.

How much does it cost to make Samgyetang at Ontario grocery prices?

Based on Statistics Canada benchmark consumer food pricing, this Samgyetang recipe costs approximately $1.41 CAD per serving (yielding 2 portions). Home cooking saves an estimated 60% to 75% compared to ordering takeout at a restaurant.

Can I make Samgyetang ahead of time or store leftovers?

Yes. Leftover Samgyetang can be refrigerated in an airtight container for 3 to 4 days. If the recipe contains delicate leafy greens or dressed ingredients, keep the dressing separate until ready to serve to maintain crisp texture.

What substitutions can I make in Maangchi's Samgyetang?

This recipe utilizes approximately 17 ingredients across 18 steps. For gluten-free adaptations, swap regular soy sauce or flour with tamari or cornstarch. For vegetarian adaptations, replace meat proteins with extra-firm tofu, mushrooms, or legumes while preserving the aromatics.

Where can I watch the video tutorial for Samgyetang?

The official cooking video by Maangchi is embedded directly on RecipesMD, featuring video timeline scrubbing that jumps directly to each step, adjustable playback speeds, and Kitchen Mode.