Vegetarian Congee with Soft Eggs
Silky rice porridge simmered until it breaks down into creamy comfort food. Topped with soft eggs, scallions, and crispy garlic for texture and depth.
- Total time
- 45 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 380
- Protein
- 9g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Rinse rice in a fine sieve under cold water until water runs clear.
Step 2
Bring broth and ginger to a boil in a large pot over high heat.
Step 3
Add rice to boiling broth, stir once, reduce heat to low, and partially cover.
Step 4
Simmer 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until rice dissolves into creamy porridge.
Step 5
Season with salt and white pepper to taste.
Step 6
While congee simmers, heat 2 tbsp oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Step 7
Add sliced garlic, cook 2 minutes until golden and fragrant, then transfer to a small bowl.
Step 8
Add remaining 1 tbsp oil to the skillet, crack 4 eggs into it, and cook over medium until whites set but yolks still jiggle, 3–4 minutes.
Step 9
Ladle congee into bowls, top each with a soft egg, crispy garlic, and scallions.
Step 10
Serve hot immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot with lid
- fine sieve
- 12-inch non-stick or cast iron skillet
- wooden spoon
- ladle
- bowls
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