Filipino-Style Congee Recipe
A comforting and savory rice porridge, perfect for breakfast or a light meal.
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup rice uncooked
- 6 cups water
- 1 piece chicken breast boneless, skinless
- 1 teaspoon ginger minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 2 pieces green onions chopped
- 1 piece egg hard-boiled, sliced
1. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
2. In a large pot, combine the rice, water, chicken breast, and ginger. Bring to a boil.
3. Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice is soft and the mixture has thickened.
4. Remove the chicken breast, shred it, and return it to the pot.
5. Stir in the salt and fish sauce. Adjust seasoning to taste.
6. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions and sliced hard-boiled egg.
Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 1g | Vitamin A: 100IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 2mg