Savory Rice Porridge (Congee)

Ingredients

• 1 cup Long-grain rice
• 8 cups Water
• 2 cups Chicken broth
• 8 oz Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 tablespoon Ginger
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons Green onions
• 1 tablespoon Fried shallots
• 1/4 teaspoon White pepper

Instructions

1. 1Rinse the rice thoroughly in a fine-mesh sieve until the water runs clear.
2. 2In a large pot, combine the rice, water, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil over high heat.
3. 3Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45-60 minutes, or until the rice is very soft and the mixture has thickened to a porridge-like consistency, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
4. 4While the rice is cooking, marinate the chicken pieces with soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, and white pepper.
5. 5In the last 15 minutes of cooking, add the marinated chicken to the porridge. Stir well to ensure the chicken cooks through.
6. 6Once the chicken is cooked, taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
7. 7Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions and fried shallots.

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