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Arroz Caldo (Chicken Rice Porridge)

A warm and comforting Filipino rice porridge, perfect for a rainy day. This soy-free version uses chicken broth and ginger for a flavorful and soothing snack.

60m4 servings
Contains eggContains fishSOY-free
350 cal|25g protein|40g carbs|10g fat|2g fiber

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Glutinous rice (Malagkit)
  • 6 cups Chicken broth
  • 1 cup Chicken, cooked and shredded
  • 2 tablespoons Ginger, minced
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1/2 medium Onion, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Fish sauce (Patís)
  • 2 large Hard-boiled egg, sliced (for topping)
  • 1/4 cup Green onions, chopped (for topping)
  • 4 wedges Lemon or calamansi wedges (for serving)

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

  1. 1Sauté aromatics: In a pot, sauté garlic, ginger, and onion in a little oil until fragrant.
  2. 2Add rice and broth: Add glutinous rice and chicken broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until the rice is soft and the porridge has thickened.
  3. 3Add chicken: Stir in shredded chicken and fish sauce. Cook for another 5 minutes.
  4. 4Serve: Ladle the arroz caldo into bowls. Top with sliced hard-boiled egg and green onions. Serve with lemon or calamansi wedges.

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