Plain Congee Recipe
If you are new to the world of congee, prepare yourself for a delightful journey of taste and comfort. Congee is a popular Asian dish known for its simplicity and comforting qualities. In this article, we will be exploring the wonders of plain congee, a blank canvas of flavors that you can customize to your liking.
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Servings: 2 people
Calories: 219kcal
Equipment
- spoon
Ingredients
- 5 cups 1.2 liters of water or broth (chicken broth, vegetable broth, etc.), providing a flavorful and aromatic base for cooking the rice, infusing it with additional depth and complexity
- Salt optional, adjusted to taste, enhancing the overall seasoning and bringing out the natural flavors of the rice
- 1/4 cup 30 grams of white rice, known for its small and starchy grains that cook up soft and sticky, perfect for accompanying a variety of dishes
Instructions
- Rinse the rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear. In a large pot, combine the rinsed rice and water.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
- Once the congee starts boiling, reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer gently, uncovered, for about 1 to 1.5 hours, or until the rice has completely broken down, and the mixture has reached a creamy consistency. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking and to avoid any lumps.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, you can increase the water-to-rice ratio and cook the congee for a longer time.
- If you prefer a thinner consistency, you can add more water during the cooking process.
- If you like your congee with a bit of texture, reduce the cooking time accordingly.