Classic Chinese Congee
A silky, comforting rice porridge served with savory toppings and a drizzle of sesame oil.
⏱ 45 minServes 4Chinese
Ingredients
- •1 cup jasmine rice
- •8 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- •2 slices fresh ginger
- •2 green onions, chopped
- •2 tablespoons sesame oil
- •1 tablespoon soy sauce
- •1/4 cup shredded cooked chicken
- •2 eggs
- •1/4 teaspoon white pepper
- •Salt to taste salt
Directions
- 1Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- 2Bring broth to a boil in a large pot and add the rice and ginger slices.
- 3Reduce heat to low and simmer for 30-35 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice breaks down and the congee reaches a porridge-like consistency.
- 4Remove ginger slices and stir in soy sauce and white pepper.
- 5Lightly beat the eggs and slowly pour into the simmering congee while stirring to create egg ribbons.
- 6Divide congee into bowls and top with shredded chicken, green onions, and a drizzle of sesame oil.
- 7Season with salt to taste and serve hot.
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