Chinese Scallion Ginger Congee with Pork (or Tofu)

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup Jasmine or short-grain rice
• 3 cups Water or chicken stock
• 4 thin slices Ginger (sliced)
• 2 tbsp Scallions (white + green parts)
• 5 oz Ground pork (or diced tofu)
• 1 tbsp Soy sauce
• 1 tsp Cornstarch(optional)
• 1 tsp Neutral oil
• 1/4 tsp White pepper (optional)(optional)
• 1/8 tsp Salt (to taste)(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse rice. In a pot, combine rice, water/stock, ginger, and scallion whites. Bring to a simmer.

2. 2

   Simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, until rice breaks down and thickens (about 20–25 minutes). Add a splash of water if too thick.

3. 3

   In a bowl, mix pork (or tofu) with soy sauce and cornstarch (if using).

4. 4

   Stir pork mixture into the congee and cook 3–4 minutes until cooked through.

5. 5

   Season with soy sauce (if needed), white pepper, and salt to taste. Finish with scallion greens.