#122 · our own recipe
Plain congee
Plain rice congee, simmered until the grains break down.
Our own recipe, written out in full from our family kitchen.
Helper view
- Effort
- Easy
- Time
- ~55 min
- Equipment
- One pot
- Spice
- Not spicy
- Kids
- Kids: made for toddlers
Ingredients
3-4 bowls (family pot)
- 1/2 cup rice (about 100g)
- 8 cups water (about 1.9 L)
- Salt to taste
Method
- Rinse the rice.
- Add the water and bring to a boil.
- Simmer on low for 40-50 minutes, stirring now and then, until the grains break down.
- Season lightly with salt.
Tips
Congee thickens as it sits; loosen with hot water when reheating.
Our rating
★★★★★ 5/5
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