Warm up with this comforting and flavorful Pork and Century Egg Rice Congee. It's a traditional Chinese rice porridge dish that combines tender pork and century eggs in a thick and creamy texture. This dish is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or even as a late-night snack. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can enjoy a bowl of this nourishing and satisfying congee at home. Try this recipe out and experience the rich flavors of Chinese cuisine!
Ingredients
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 4 cups water
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 pound lean pork, thinly sliced
- 2 century eggs, peeled and chopped
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1-inch ginger, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a large pot, combine the rinsed rice, water, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil over high heat.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the rice has broken down and thickened into a porridge-like consistency, stirring occasionally.
- In the meantime, heat a separate pan over medium heat and add a drizzle of oil.
- Sauté the sliced pork until cooked through and slightly browned. Set aside.
- In the same pan, add the grated ginger and minced garlic. Cook for a minute until fragrant.
- Add the cooked pork back into the pan with the ginger and garlic.
- Stir in the chopped century eggs, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil. Mix well and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Once the rice has reached the desired consistency, add the pork and century egg mixture into the pot. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Serve the Pork and Century Egg Rice Congee hot, garnished with chopped green onions.
- Enjoy this comforting and delicious congee!
