Bubur Lambuk (Nut-Free Savory Rice Porridge)

Ingredients

• 1 cup Long-grain rice
• about 450 g Chicken breast
• 8 cups Water
• 1 medium Carrot
• 1 medium Potato
• 1 medium Onion
• 2.54 cm Ginger
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 1 stalk Lemongrass
• 1 stick Cinnamon stick
• 1 star Star anise
• 1 tsp Coriander powder
• 1/2 tsp Cumin powder
• 1/4 tsp Turmeric powder
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1/4 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Cilantro
• 2 tbsp Fried shallots

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

Instructions

1. 1Rinse rice and place in a large pot with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer.
2. 2Add diced chicken breast, carrot, and potato to the pot.
3. 3Sauté chopped onion, ginger, and garlic in a separate pan. Add lemongrass, cinnamon stick, star anise, coriander powder, cumin powder, and turmeric powder. Cook until fragrant.
4. 4Add the sautéed spices to the rice and chicken mixture. Season with salt and pepper.
5. 5Simmer for about 1 hour, or until the rice and chicken are cooked through and the porridge is creamy. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
6. 6Garnish with cilantro and fried shallots before serving.

Related Guides