Rice porridge congee, also known as jook or zhou, is a savory and comforting dish that is popular in many Asian cultures. It is typically made with rice, water, and a variety of other ingredients, such as meat, vegetables, and eggs. Century egg and pork or chicken are two common additions to congee, and they add a unique flavor and texture to the dish. This article will provide a step-by-step guide on how to make rice porridge congee with century egg and pork or chicken, along with tips and variations to help you create the perfect bowl of congee.
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PORK AND CENTURY EGG RICE CONGEE
This traditional Chinese breakfast rice porridge is filling, cheap, warming, and oh so good. I like my rice well broken down and therefore use a short-grain rice and a longer cooking time. I hope you enjoy! Serve hot in small bowls, garnished with a drop of oyster sauce, chopped scallion greens, and small slices of yau ja gwai (fried chinese bread stick, or chinese crullers).
Provided by Lea Eats
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes
Time 3h30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Rinse the rice in several changes of cold water. Drain completely in a mesh strainer and place into a large pot. Stir the vegetable oil into the rice and set aside for 10 minutes.
- Stir 6 cups of water, the bouillon cube, char siu, and green onion into the rice. Bring to a boil over high heat; reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer 1 1/2 hours. Stir frequently as the rice cooks to help break the rice grains apart and keep it from burning on the bottom.
- Stir in the remaining 2 cups of water and the century egg. Continue cooking another 1 1/2 hours, stirring frequently until the congee reaches your desired consistency. The congee is ready when the individual grains of rice are no longer discernable and have thickened the soup.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 174.5 calories, Carbohydrate 15.8 g, Cholesterol 92.4 mg, Fat 5 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 15.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 220.4 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
SALTED PORK CONGEE WITH CENTURY EGG
Congee, or jook in Cantonese, is a nutritious rice porridge that is usually eaten when someone isn't feeling well. The simplest version of congee is made with just rice, water and salt, so it is easily digestible and a blank slate for any flavor. There are many varieties of congee; ours focuses on the popular combination of salted pork and century egg (though you can easily make it without the egg). It is important to take the time to soak the rice so it cooks evenly and breaks down to make congee. We tested two methods for hydrating the rice grains--soaking the rice in water in the refrigerator overnight and freezing washed rice for 6 hours. We found that the refrigerator technique resulted in a creamier and more fragrant congee base.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 9h40m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Wash and drain the rice twice with cold water in a medium bowl. Add enough cold water to come 1 inch above the rice. Cover and soak in the refrigerator at least 8 hours and up to 12 hours.
- Massage 2 teaspoons of salt into the pork in a medium bowl until the salt dissolves, about 30 seconds. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator at least 8 hours and up to 12 hours.
- Add 11 cups cold water to a 7-quart Dutch oven and bring to a boil over high heat.
- Pour off all the water from the soaked rice. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt and the neutral oil and massage using a spatula or spoon until the oil and salt are well distributed and most of the rice grains are broken.
- Rinse the pork strips under running water to remove excess salt and drain.
- Add the rice and pork to the boiling water. Bring back up to a rolling boil, stirring continuously, about 8 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium low and simmer, stirring every 10 to 15 minutes using a wooden spatula, until the mixture has thickened, the rice grains have broken down and the texture is similar to the consistency of cooked grits, 50 to 70 minutes. (To thin out the consistency, add warm water 1/4 cup at a time. To thicken the consistency, simmer until desired thickness, about 5 minutes.)
- Stir in the century eggs if using and cook until the eggs are warmed through, about 3 minutes. Stir in the sugar, 1/2 teaspoon white pepper and salt to taste.
- Divide among bowls and top with scallions, ginger and a drizzle of toasted sesame oil if desired.
CHINESE CHICKEN AND RICE PORRIDGE (CONGEE)
Also known as jook, congee turns up in Chinese households morning, noon, and night. This thick rendition is made heartier with the addition of chicken.
Categories Chicken Poultry Rice Breakfast Dinner Lunch Gourmet Sugar Conscious Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring chicken and water to a boil in a 5-quart heavy pot, skimming froth. Add wine, ginger, scallions, and salt and cook at a bare simmer, uncovered, 20 minutes, or until breast meat is just cooked through. Trasfer 1 breast half with tongs to a bowl and continue to cook stock at a bare simmer, skimming froth as neccessary, 2 hours and 40 minutes. Meanwhile, cool chicken breast long enough to remove skin and bones, returning skin and bones to stock.
- Cool breast meat completely and tear into shreds. Chill shreds, covered, and bring to room temperature before serving.
- Pour stock through a large seive into a large bowl and discard solids. (you should have about 8 cups: if less, add water; if more, cook longer after adding rice.) Return stock to cleaned pot and add rice. Bring to a boil and stir. Reduce heat to low and simmer, covered until consistency of oatmeal, about 1 3/4 hours, stirring frequently during last 1/2 hour of cooking. (Congee will continue to thicken as it stands. thin with water if necessary.)
- Season congee with salt. Serve topped with chicken and accompaniments.
RICE PORRIDGE (CONGEE) WITH CENTURY EGG AND PORK (OR CHICKEN)
I grew up eating a Filipino version of Congee called "Arroz Caldo". My grandmother would have lots of dark chicken meat in it and huge chunks of ginger that I would end up biting into (not fun when you're 7 years old). Since then my own kids have developed a love for the traditional Chinese-style congee (also called rice soup) they serve in restaurants, especially during cold Autumn and Winter days. Some people may be uneasy about using the 'century duck egg' (or 'thousand year old egg' is really just as egg that is preserved in salt, ash and lime) but don't judge it in it's unpeeled, chopped up state - added to the congee, it really adds a yummy complexity to this dish, even my 2yo daughter loves it. This recipe is for you if you want a warm, hearty, simple and economical meal. Enjoy! (note: I use leftover shredded chicken or pork but you can poach your own prior to making recipe, and use the ground white pepper - it really makes a difference!)
Provided by mlao77
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h5m
Yield 6 1 cup, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Soak the rinsed white rice, salt and vegetable oil in the cold water for 30 minutes.
- Add the ginger and chicken broth and bring to a boil, simmer for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally in the beginning and then more frequently near the last 10 minutes (to prevent sticking).
- Add the green onions, century eggs, and chicken or pork. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add the sesame oil and ground white pepper.
- Serve the congee in bowls and garnish with a tiny drizzle of the dark soy sauce (start with a tiny bit at first, add more later if desired) and garnish with some chopped green onions.
- Enjoy!
RICE CONGEE WITH CHICKEN
Sometime ago I saw a program on television where they made this with pork. The dish looked very interesting to me and healthy. I have made it now several times as a soup and added my own ingredients. This is what I found out about congee. It's a boiled rice porridge eaten by the Chinese for breakfast. In various areas they will add fermented bean curd, pickles or greens. In the South, meat, chicken, roast duck or fermented eggs are added. The rice will thicken the soup. I went for chicken and mushrooms plus some vegetables, I like to serve this soup/porridge with tea-marbled eggs(recipe #111738) Depending on availabilty and price I do sometimes substitute mushrooms for the shiitake My husband likes the congee sprinkled with chilies for an extra kick. If you make this in advance it will probably be thickened when you reheat it, just add some water or chicken stock.
Provided by PetsRus
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 2h30m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Bring chicken stock to a boil, add the rice and the garlic, reduce the heat and simmer for approx 2 hours until the grains break down but not completely disintegrate, stir occasionally.
- Add the chicken, shiitake and ginger, and cook for 5 minutes.
- Add your chosen vegetables cook for another 3-5 minutes.
- Taste the soup and add soy, oyster sauce, salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve in bowls, drizzled with some sesame oil, and any or all of the above garnishes in separate bowls/dishes for people to help themselves.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 386.3, Fat 6.2, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 14.4, Sodium 1063.9, Carbohydrate 64.4, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 9.5, Protein 16.8
Tips:
- Choosing the Right Rice: Use short-grain or medium-grain rice for a creamy and smooth porridge. Jasmine rice or glutinous rice are popular choices.
- Soaking the Rice: Soaking the rice before cooking helps reduce cooking time and results in a softer texture. Soak the rice for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
- Water Ratio: The water to rice ratio for congee varies depending on the desired consistency. For a thick porridge, use a 1:6 ratio (1 cup rice to 6 cups water). For a thinner porridge, use a 1:8 or 1:10 ratio.
- Cooking Time: Congee typically takes about 1-2 hours to cook, but the exact time may vary depending on the type of rice and the desired consistency.
- Adding Ingredients: Congee is a versatile dish that can be customized with various ingredients. Common additions include meat (chicken, pork, beef), seafood (shrimp, fish), vegetables (carrots, celery, ginger), and seasonings (soy sauce, sesame oil, white pepper).
- Garnish: Before serving, garnish the congee with chopped green onions, cilantro, fried shallots, or a drizzle of sesame oil for extra flavor and texture.
Conclusion:
Rice porridge, also known as congee, is a comforting and versatile dish enjoyed worldwide. With its simple ingredients and customizable nature, congee offers endless possibilities for creating a delicious and nourishing meal. Whether you prefer a savory or sweet porridge, there's a congee recipe out there to suit your taste. So experiment with different ingredients, flavors, and toppings to find your perfect congee recipe.
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