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Gluten-Free Taiwanese Rice Porridge (Congee)

A comforting and savory gluten-free Taiwanese rice porridge, perfect for a warm breakfast. Made with tender rice, flavorful mushrooms, and a hint of ginger.

10m prep + 45m cook4 servings
Contains wheatContains soyContains sesame
250 cal|6g protein|45g carbs|4g fat|2g fiber

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Short-Grain Rice
  • 8 cups Water
  • 6 medium Dried Shiitake Mushrooms
  • 1 inch Ginger
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon White Pepper
  • 2 stalks Green Onions

Instructions

  1. 1Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
  2. 2Soak the dried shiitake mushrooms in warm water for at least 30 minutes, or until softened. Remove stems and slice thinly. Reserve the soaking liquid.
  3. 3In a large pot, combine the rice, water, mushroom soaking liquid (strained), sliced mushrooms, and ginger.
  4. 4Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 40-45 minutes, or until the rice is very soft and the porridge has thickened.
  5. 5Stir in soy sauce, sesame oil, and white pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  6. 6Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot.

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