Cantonese Lean Pork Congee Recipe

Learn how to make a delicious and comforting Cantonese Lean Pork Congee at home with this step-by-step recipe. This traditional Chinese dish features tender lean pork slices and savory rice porridge, perfect for a hearty meal or soothing sick day remedy.

Ingredients

• 1 cup jasmine rice
• 6 cups water
• 1 cup lean pork, thinly sliced
• 2 slices ginger
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• Salt and white pepper to taste
• Green onions and cilantro for garnish

Directions

1. Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
2. In a large pot, bring the water to a boil and add the rice. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. In a separate pot, bring water to a boil and blanch the pork slices for 1-2 minutes. Drain and set aside.
4. In a skillet, heat some oil and sauté the ginger and garlic until fragrant.
5. Add the blanched pork slices, soy sauce, and sesame oil to the skillet. Cook until the pork is no longer pink.
6. Add the cooked pork mixture to the pot of rice porridge. Season with salt and white pepper to taste.
7. Simmer for another 10-15 minutes until the pork is tender and flavors are well combined.
8. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions and cilantro.

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