Savory Rice Porridge (Congee) with Ginger & Chicken

Ingredients

• 1 cup Jasmine Rice
• 8 cups Chicken Broth
• 1 cup Cooked Chicken Breast
• 1 tablespoon Ginger
• 2 stalks Green Onions
• 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce
• 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil
• 1/4 teaspoon White Pepper

Instructions

1. 1Place the 1 cup Jasmine Rice in a fine-mesh sieve and rinse under cool running water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch, which helps create a creamy texture.
2. 2In a large heavy-bottomed pot, combine the rinsed 1 cup Jasmine Rice and the 8 cups Chicken Broth. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over high heat, then immediately reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the rice is very soft and the liquid has thickened to a porridge consistency. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
3. 3Add the 1 cup Cooked Chicken Breast, 1 tablespoon Ginger, 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce, 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil, and 1/4 teaspoon White Pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine everything.
4. 4Continue to cook the mixture for another 5 minutes over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the chicken and ginger are heated through. The porridge should be thick and creamy.
5. 5Ladle the hot congee into individual bowls. Garnish with the 2 stalks Green Onions, which should be chopped into small pieces. Serve immediately.

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