Silky rice porridge simmered until broken down, topped with ginger, spring onion and century egg.
1 hrTotal time
4Serves
3Steps
ChineseCuisine
Method
- Prep
Simmer rice
Combine rice and stock. Simmer gently, stirring occasionally, 45–60 minutes until porridge-thick.
Why: Long simmering breaks rice into silky congee.
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Season
Stir in soy sauce and sesame oil. Adjust consistency with extra stock if needed.
Why: Congee should flow like heavy cream.
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Serve
Ladle into bowls. Top with ginger, spring onion and egg.
Why: Fresh toppings add contrast to the mild base.
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Chef's tip
Freeze leftover rice and simmer from frozen — a classic congee shortcut.
