Congee With Ginger Scallions And Century Egg 1769529364951 47ck

Ingredients

• 1 cup Jasmine rice
• 8 cups Water or chicken stock
• 2 pieces Century eggs, peeled and diced
• 2 tablespoons Fresh ginger, julienned
• 3 stalks Scallions, thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon White pepper
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil(optional)
• 1 tablespoon Light soy sauce(optional)
• 150 grams Lean pork, minced or sliced(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse the jasmine rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear.

2. 2

   In a large pot, combine the rice and the 8 cups of water or chicken stock and bring to a rolling boil.

3. 3

   Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot partially with a lid to prevent boiling over.

4. 4

   Simmer the rice for 45 to 60 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent the bottom from sticking, until the grains have broken down into a smooth porridge.

5. 5

   Stir in the julienned ginger and the minced pork (if using) and cook for another 5-10 minutes.

6. 6

   Add the diced century eggs and season the congee with salt and white pepper.

7. 7

   Ladle the congee into bowls and garnish generously with sliced scallions.

8. 8

   Drizzle with sesame oil and light soy sauce just before serving for extra depth of flavor.