Silky Rice Congee with Crispy Toppings
A creamy, comforting rice porridge that comes together in 20 minutes with calamansi, fresh chilies, and shallots. The toppings—tangy, spicy, crispy—make every bowl feel special.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 280
- Protein
- 5g
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Ingredients
- ¾ cup short-grain white rice
- 6 cups water
- 1 tbsp, minced fresh ginger
- 2 whole calamansi limes or regular limes
- ¼ cup sliced shallots
- 1 whole (or to taste) sliced red chilies
Instructions
- 1
Rinse rice under cold water until the water runs mostly clear, then drain.
- 2
Pour water into a pot and bring to a boil over high heat.
- 3
Add rinsed rice and ginger, stir once, then reduce heat to medium-low.
- 4
Simmer uncovered for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until rice breaks down and porridge is creamy.
- 5
Divide congee between bowls and top with shallots and chilies.
- 6
Squeeze calamansi or lime juice over each bowl and serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot (at least 3-quart capacity)
- wooden spoon or spatula
- fine-mesh strainer (for rinsing rice)
- bowls for serving
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