Congee — Silky Rice Porridge
Experience the ultimate comfort food with this silky smooth rice porridge. Customize with your favorite savory toppings for a nourishing and satisfying meal.
Congee — Silky Rice Porridge
Experience the ultimate comfort food with this silky smooth rice porridge. Customize with your favorite savory toppings for a nourishing and satisfying meal.
The Key Move
Simmer the rice low and slow to break down the grains and create a creamy, porridge-like consistency.
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The Setup
- Large Pot6-quart
The Mise en Place
5 of 7Your prep station before cooking begins
The Aromatics (0/1)
The Pantry (0/4)
Congee is too thick.
Add more water to reach desired consistency.
Congee is sticking to the bottom of the pot.
Stir more frequently and ensure the heat is low enough.
The Method
RINSE
Rinse the rice (1 cup) under cold water (8 cups) until the water runs clear.
Water is clear
COMBINE
In a large pot, combine the rinsed rice (1 cup) and water (8 cups).
ADD
Add the sliced ginger (1 thumb) to the pot.
BRING
Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low.
Scorch risk: Reductions can go from perfect to burnt fast. Keep an eye on the bottom and stir if needed.
SIMMER
Cover and simmer for 1-1.5 hours, or until the rice (1 cup) has broken down and the congee is creamy.
Rice grains are almost indistinguishable • Aroma of cooked rice and ginger
STIR
Stir occasionally to prevent the rice (1 cup) from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
SEASON
Season with soy sauce (2 tbsp) and sesame oil (1 tsp).
SERVE
Serve hot, garnished with scallions (2 stalks) and fried shallots (¼ cups).
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