Savory Asian Rice Porridge (Congee) with Ginger and Scallions

A comforting and flavorful Asian rice porridge, perfect for a warming and savory breakfast. This recipe is easily customizable with your favorite toppings.

Prep Time

10 minutes

Total Time

45 minutes

Calories

275 kcal

Difficulty

Easy

Equipment

1 item

Cost

£0.66/serving

Season:

☀️ Summer

Meal Type:

Breakfast

Cuisine:

Asian

Main Ingredient:

Chicken•Rice

Occasion:

Weeknight Dinner

Dietary:

Gluten-Free•Dairy-Free

Mood:

Comfort Food•Light & Fresh•Warming

Ingredients

Servings

1cupJasmine Rice(Long grain rice works best.)

£0.30

6cupsChicken Broth(Vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.)

£1.50

2cupsWater(Adjust to desired consistency.)

2tablespoonsFresh Ginger(Minced or thinly sliced.)

£0.25

2tablespoonsSoy Sauce(Low sodium recommended.)

£0.15

1teaspoonSesame Oil(For flavor and aroma.)

£0.10

2stalksScallions(Thinly sliced, for garnish.)

£0.30

0.3teaspoonWhite Pepper(To taste.)

£0.05

To tasteOptional Toppings(Fried egg, crispy garlic, chili oil, toasted sesame seeds, pickled vegetables)

Total Cost

£2.65

£0.66 per serving

Instructions

1.
Rinse the rice in a fine-mesh sieve until the water runs clear.
2.
In a large pot or Dutch oven, combine the rinsed rice, chicken broth, water, ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil.
3.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30-35 minutes, or until the rice is very soft and the porridge has reached your desired consistency. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
4.
Season with white pepper to taste.
5.
Ladle the congee into bowls and garnish with sliced scallions and any other desired toppings.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (425g)

275 kcal / 1151 kJ

Carbs

48g

18% of RDA

Fat

7% of RDA

Protein

18% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

1 g

3% of RDA

Sugar

1 g

1% of RDA

Sodium

950 mg

41% of RDA

Saturated Fat

1 g

5% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a thicker congee, use less water. For a thinner congee, use more water.

You can use a rice cooker to make congee. Follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Congee can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave.

Add shredded cooked chicken, pork, or tofu for extra protein.

Don't be afraid to experiment with different toppings! Get creative and make it your own.

Cooking Equipment

Large pot or Dutch oven

Wine Pairings

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