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Vegan Japanese Rice Porridge (Okayu) recipe by Safe Plated

Vegan Japanese Rice Porridge (Okayu)

A comforting and simple Japanese rice porridge, perfect for a gentle and nourishing breakfast. This vegan version is made creamy with the addition of coconut milk.

50m4 servings
Contains wheatContains soyContains sesameDAIRY-free
250 cal|5g protein|40g carbs|8g fat|2g fiber

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Cooked Japanese Rice
  • 4 cups Vegetable Broth
  • 1/2 cup Coconut Milk
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger
  • 2 tablespoons Scallions
  • 1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Seeds

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

Instructions

  1. 1In a medium saucepan, combine the cooked rice, vegetable broth, and grated ginger.
  2. 2Bring to a simmer over medium heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 30-40 minutes, or until the rice is very soft and the porridge has thickened.
  3. 3Stir in the coconut milk and soy sauce. Cook for another 5 minutes.
  4. 4Serve hot, garnished with chopped scallions and toasted sesame seeds.

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