Description
This chicken feet soup is a nutrient-dense, collagen-rich broth that supports joint health, skin elasticity, and digestion. Slow-simmered with fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs, this comforting dish is packed with flavor and essential minerals. Enjoy it as a warming meal or a health-boosting tonic.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb chicken feet (cleaned and trimmed)
- 8 cups water
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1-inch piece ginger, sliced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tsp whole peppercorns
- Salt to taste
Optional Additions:
- ½ tsp apple cider vinegar (helps extract collagen)
- 2 dried shiitake mushrooms (for extra umami)
- Fresh cilantro or green onions for garnish
Instructions
Clean the Chicken Feet:
- Rinse under cold water and trim the nails.
- Blanch in boiling water for 2 minutes, then remove and peel off the outer skin.
Boil the Chicken Feet:
- Bring 8 cups of water to a boil.
- Add the chicken feet and simmer for 5 minutes, skimming off foam.
Add Aromatics & Vegetables:
- Toss in onion, garlic, ginger, carrots, celery, bay leaves, and peppercorns.
- Lower heat and simmer for 2–3 hours for maximum collagen extraction.
Season & Serve:
- Add salt to taste.
- Strain the broth for a clearer consistency.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro or green onions before serving.
Notes
- For a thicker broth, allow the soup to cool slightly—it will naturally gelatinize.
- For richer flavor, slow cook for 6–8 hours on low heat.
- Adjust seasoning with soy sauce or fish sauce for depth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg