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Filipino Rice Porridge: Discover this Cozy Delight!

Filipino Rice Porridge, also known as Arroz Caldo, is a comforting and hearty dish made with rice, chicken, and aromatic spices.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Filipino
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1- inch piece ginger sliced thin
  • 1 cup uncooked jasmine rice
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 pound chicken thighs boneless and skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 green onions sliced (for garnish)
  • 1 hard-boiled egg halved (for garnish)
  • Lemon or calamansi wedges for serving
  • Salt to taste

Method
 

  1. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic and sliced ginger, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add the uncooked jasmine rice to the pot and stir well to coat the rice with the oil and aromatics. Toast the rice for about 2 minutes.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
  5. Once boiling, add the chicken pieces, fish sauce, and ground black pepper. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice is cooked and the mixture is creamy.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt if needed.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions and halved hard-boiled eggs. Offer lemon or calamansi wedges on the side for squeezing over the dish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 1g

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, add a tablespoon of soy sauce along with the fish sauce.
  • You can substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu for a different protein option.

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