JOOK
I first encountered jook, also known as congee, in Hong Kong at dawn after a very long night. I was steered to an anonymous little place, where, I am quite sure, I was not the only person with a headache. It was there that I discovered that this savory Chinese rice porridge was among the world's best breakfasts, especially after a night of indulgence. It is transcendent stuff. You might think of it as Chinese risotto, though infinitely less pretentious. It is delightfully creamy, forgiving in its preparation and variable beyond belief.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories dinner, weekday, main course
Time 2h30m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Wash rice, and put it in a stock pot with chicken stock or water. Place over high heat until stock boils, then add about 4 cups water. Bring to a boil, and turn heat to low. Partly cover pot, simmer for about 1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally and adding water as necessary (probably about 2 cups more).
- Add ginger and slab bacon, and simmer for an hour more or so. Jook should have a porridgelike consistency. If it becomes very thick, add water. When done, jook will be soupy and creamy, like loose oatmeal.
- Remove slab bacon, and serve jook in individual bowls. Season with salt or soy sauce, then garnish with minced bacon, scallions and peanuts. Drizzle with sesame oil if desired.
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William Currie
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a keeper!
Sunny Nnusy
[email protected]This jook is the perfect way to use up leftover rice. It's a delicious and healthy way to start your day.
Juel Rana
[email protected]I love how versatile this recipe is. I've made it with different types of rice and vegetables, and it's always delicious.
zelvin hill
[email protected]This is the best jook I've ever had. It's so flavorful and comforting. I highly recommend it.
Rebca Masih
[email protected]I'm so impressed with this jook recipe. It's so easy to make and it tastes amazing. I'll definitely be making it again.
Eve Uchenna
[email protected]This jook is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, hearty, and filling. I love eating it on a cold day.
Ghazanfar Abbas
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. I've been looking for a good jook recipe for a long time.
Ntsokolo John Qamata
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients. I always have them on hand, so I can make this jook anytime.
Matrida John
[email protected]This jook is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I've already made it twice this week!
Amarachiwilfred Madu
[email protected]I made this jook for my family and they loved it. Even my picky kids ate it all up.
Onkabetse t
[email protected]This is the best jook I've ever had. The texture is perfect and the flavor is amazing.
Aleya Ferdousi
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a healthy and delicious way to use up leftover rice.
Darlene Metzler
[email protected]This jook is the perfect way to start a cold day. It's warm, hearty, and filling.
Bamlak Getu
[email protected]I love that this recipe is so versatile. I've made it with different types of rice, vegetables, and proteins, and it's always delicious.
Vager Hassan
[email protected]This is my new favorite comfort food. It's so simple to make, yet so delicious and satisfying.
Dona Bou Nicolas
[email protected]I've never made jook before, but this recipe made it easy. It turned out great! I'll definitely be making it again.
MD Ruhulalom
[email protected]This jook recipe was a hit! The rice was cooked perfectly and the broth was flavorful and comforting. I added some shredded chicken and vegetables to make it a complete meal.