Congee Recipe

A comforting rice porridge that is versatile and nourishing, perfect for any meal.

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Asian

Keyword: congee, rice porridge, Asian recipes, comfort food, healthy meals

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 1

Total Time: 1 10

Servings: servings

Calories: 150kcal

1 cup of rice jasmine or short-grain
8 cups of water or broth
1 tsp salt
Optional toppings: green onions fried shallots, pickled vegetables, soy sauce, sesame oil, cilantro

Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
In a large pot, combine the rinsed rice and 8 cups of water or broth.
Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot.
Simmer the congee for about 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
If the congee becomes too thick, add more water or broth to reach desired consistency.
After an hour, stir in salt and adjust seasoning to taste.
Remove from heat and let it sit for a few minutes.
Serve hot, adding your choice of toppings.
Enjoy your comforting bowl of congee!

Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 0.5g | Fiber: 1g