Korean Samgyetang Herbs | Hwanggi · Ginseng Chicken Soup | 3.5 oz

Korean Samgyetang Herbs is a 3.5 oz (100 g) pack of six whole ingredients for one pot of samgyetang, Korean ginseng chicken soup: hwanggi (Korean astragalus root), hovenia, ginseng, jujube, chestnut, and cinnamon.

Hwanggi (황기) leads the pot. A samgyetang simmered with plenty of astragalus root is known in Korea as hwanggi samgyetang (황기 삼계탕): the root gives the broth a woody, savory depth, jujube and chestnut add soft sweetness, and cinnamon keeps the aroma clean. One pack is sized for one whole chicken.

Samgyetang is a Korean summer tradition: a whole young chicken stuffed with glutinous rice, simmered slowly with herbs until the broth turns rich and milky.

Where the Herbs Come From

The hwanggi and hovenia are grown in Korea and the ginseng is Canadian. Kosbee blends and packages the six ingredients in the USA and lists every origin. The herbs arrive whole in a clear, resealable pouch with an easy English recipe.

Key Facts

Ingredients

Astragalus root (hwanggi), hovenia (heotgae), ginseng, jujube, chestnut, cinnamon

Origin

Astragalus and hovenia grown in Korea; ginseng from Canada; blended and packaged in the USA

Net weight

3.5 oz (100 g), one pack per whole chicken

Form

Whole and cut dried herbs in a resealable pouch

Allergen

Contains tree nuts (chestnut)

Storage

Cool, dry place away from direct sunlight; reseal after opening

What Each Ingredient Adds

Astragalus / Hwanggi (황기), Astragalus membranaceus

The woody, savory backbone of the broth and the herb that gives hwanggi samgyetang its name.

Hovenia / Heotgae (헛개나무)

A mellow, slightly sweet, clean finish.

Ginseng / Insam (인삼)

The fragrant root that gives ginseng chicken soup its name and aroma.

Jujube & Chestnut (대추 · 밤)

Soft natural sweetness that rounds out the savory broth.

Cinnamon / Gyepi (계피)

A warm fragrance that balances strong poultry notes.

How to Make Hwanggi Samgyetang at Home

Use one pack per whole chicken (about 1 to 1.5 kg, or 2.2 to 3.3 lb):

• Rinse the herbs briefly under running water.
• Put the herbs in a large pot with the cleaned chicken, 5 to 6 garlic cloves, and a handful of soaked glutinous rice, then add about 3 quarts (2.8 L) of water.
• Bring to a boil, lower to medium-low, and simmer for 1 to 1.5 hours.
• Before serving, remove the woody herbs (astragalus, hovenia, cinnamon). The jujube and chestnut are fine to eat.

For a stronger hwanggi flavor, add a small handful (10 to 15 g) of Korean Astragalus Root Slices to the same pot.

Allergens and Safety

Contains tree nuts (chestnut). The woody pieces are for simmering only; remove them before eating. If you are pregnant or nursing, take any medication, or are under medical care, consult your healthcare provider before use. Enjoy in moderation.

Hwanggi vs Huang Qi vs Milk Vetch Root: Same Herb?

Yes. Hwanggi (Korean), huang qi (Chinese), and milk vetch root (English) are three names for the same herb, astragalus root (Astragalus membranaceus). What differs from pack to pack is where it was grown; the astragalus in this pack is grown in Korea.

Common Questions About Samgyetang Herbs

What is in this samgyetang herb pack?

It holds six ingredients for one pot of samgyetang: Korean-grown hwanggi (astragalus root) and hovenia, Canadian ginseng, jujube, chestnut, and cinnamon, blended and packaged in the USA by Kosbee. One 3.5 oz (100 g) resealable pack is sized for one whole chicken.

How do I cook samgyetang with this pack?

Rinse the herbs, then add them to a large pot with a whole chicken, garlic, and soaked glutinous rice, and cover with about 3 quarts of water. Bring to a boil, lower the heat, and simmer for 1 to 1.5 hours. Before serving, lift out the woody herbs and keep the jujube and chestnut.

Hwanggi samgyetang vs regular samgyetang: what's the difference?

Regular samgyetang is built on chicken, ginseng, glutinous rice, jujube, and garlic. Hwanggi samgyetang adds astragalus root as a lead herb, so the broth tastes deeper, woodier, and slightly sweeter. This pack puts Korean-grown hwanggi first, together with ginseng, hovenia, jujube, chestnut, and cinnamon, for that fuller style of soup.

Samgyetang herb pack vs samgyetang kit: which should I pick?

This pack is herbs only: six ingredients sized for one chicken, with no rice. The Kosbee Samgyetang Kit (10.5 oz) adds sweet glutinous rice and a seven-herb sachet, so you only add a chicken. Choose the herb pack if you keep glutinous rice at home, and the kit for an all-in-one pot.

How fast does it ship?

Orders ship from the Kosbee warehouse in New Jersey within 1 business day. Shipping is free on orders of $60 or more and $9.99 on smaller orders. A second pack or astragalus slices can take an order to free shipping.

Bring the Korean Soup Pot Home

One pack, one chicken, one full pot. Explore more Korean herbs at Kosbee, or add whole dried jujube for extra sweetness.

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