
Bubur Lambuk (Savoury Rice Porridge) with Tapioca Starch
A creamy and flavorful rice porridge cooked with meat, vegetables, and spices. Commonly distributed during Ramadan, this version uses tapioca starch for thickening while remaining gluten-free.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Rice
- 1/2 lb Ground beef
- 1/2 cup Carrot, diced
- 1/2 cup Potato, diced
- 1/2 cup Onion, diced
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp Ginger, minced
- 1 can Coconut milk
- 6 cups Chicken broth
- 2 tbsp Tapioca starch
- 1/4 cup Water
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Pepper
- 2 tbsp Cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- 1Rinse the rice. In a large pot, combine the rice, ground beef, carrot, potato, onion, garlic, ginger, coconut milk, and chicken broth.
- 2Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 45-60 minutes, or until the rice is very soft and the vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally.
- 3In a small bowl, whisk together tapioca starch and water to form a slurry. Add the slurry to the porridge and stir until thickened.
- 4Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 5Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot.
Substitutions
Flour → Tapioca starch
Gluten-free thickening agent
Allergy Disclaimer — Safe Plated Pte. Ltd.
This content is AI-generated by Safe Plated and is not medical advice. AI can make errors and may miss allergens or cross-contamination risks. Always read physical ingredient labels and verify allergen safety independently before preparing or consuming any food. Consult your allergist for guidance specific to your situation.
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