Garlic Clam Chicken Soup 

Ingredients

• 1 jin (approx. 600g) golden clams

• 150g peeled garlic

• 2 chicken carcasses

• 3 slices of ginger

• 1 spoonful of rice wine

• A pinch of salt

• 2000 ml water

Instructions

1. Blanch the chicken carcasses (or chicken meat) to remove blood and impurities. Allow the golden clams to sit in salted water to purge any sand. Peel the garlic cloves and cut them in half (larger cloves can be cut into thirds or quarters). Slice the ginger.

2. Place the chicken carcasses and garlic into a large soup pot with 2000 ml of water. Simmer for 2 hours.

3. About 1.5 hours into the simmering time (when the soup is boiling), add the golden clams and rice wine.

4. Once the clams have opened, season with salt to taste and the soup is ready to be served.

Health Benefits

Chicken soup not only enhances immunity but also increases physical strength to fight off pathogens and maintain health. Garlic is believed to open the meridians and has antibacterial properties, also acting as a booster for the immune system. Golden clams are considered beneficial for the liver. Combining these ingredients creates a soup that is not only nourishing but also exceptionally fragrant and delicious.