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Chao Ga
Easy 1 hr 5 min~240 kcal 6/10
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Congee
A slow-cooked Chinese rice porridge simmered with stock and ginger until calm and silky, then served with soy sauce and fresh scallion.
Easy⏱️ 1 hr 10 min📖 1 min readServes 4~170 kcal🇨🇳 Chinese🌍 Full translation
10 min prep 60 min cook
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Timeline
Total 1 h 10 min- Prep10 min
- Cooking1 h
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
- 1 su bardağı(~200 ml) Rice
- 1.5 litre Chicken stock
- 20 gr Ginger
- 1 yemek kaşığı(~15 ml) Soy sauce
- 2 dal Scallions
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Sesame oil
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Instructions
- 1
Wash and drain 1 cup rice so excess starch does not make the porridge heavy.
- 2
Put the rice in a pot with 1.5 liters chicken stock and 20 g ginger.
- 3
Bring the mixture to a boil, skim the foam, then lower the heat and leave the lid ajar.
10 min10:00 - 4
Cook the porridge over low heat for 50 minutes, stirring occasionally so the rice grains open.
50 min50:00 - 5
Add 1 tablespoon soy sauce and stir for 2 minutes.
2 min02:00 - 6
Serve hot with scallions, removing the ginger slices from the bowl.
💡 Tip: Cook the rice slowly with the lid slightly open; the grains burst and thicken the porridge without scorching.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve hot with scallions and a little sesame oil.
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Nutrition (per serving)
~170
kcal calories
5
g protein
33
g carbs
2
g fat
Protein 12%Carbs 78%Fat 10%
GI 35 · Low GIGL 12 · Medium GL
0.9g
Sugar
0.8g
Fiber
1495.4mg
Sodium
1.4g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Satiety (per serving)
5/10Moderate satiety, fine between meals
This recipe may contain allergens
- Soy
- Sesame
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Congee make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Congee take?
Prep 10 minutes, cooking 60 minutes; 70 minutes in total.Is Congee difficult?
This recipe is rated easy.How many calories does Congee have?
Approximately 170 kcal per serving. Protein: 5g, carbs: 33g, fat: 2g.Which allergens does Congee contain?
This recipe contains Soy, Sesame. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Congee belong to?
This recipe belongs to Chinese cuisine.How many ingredients does Congee need?
This recipe needs 6 ingredients.Is Congee filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 5/10; moderately filling, suitable between meals. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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