Bai Wei

Bai Wei is a delightful vegetarian Chinese breakfast dish featuring a savory congee base topped with fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs. This nourishing bowl is perfect for starting your day with warmth and flavor.

Ingredients

• Jasmine rice - 100 grams
• Water - 800 milliliters
• Carrot - 50 grams, finely diced
• Mushrooms (shiitake or button) - 50 grams, sliced
• Spinach - 50 grams, chopped
• Ginger - 10 grams, minced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Spring onions - 2 stalks, finely chopped
• Salt - to taste
• White pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
2. In a large pot, combine the rinsed rice and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
3. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice has broken down and the mixture is creamy.
4. In a separate pan, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and ginger, sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
5. Add diced carrots and sliced mushrooms to the pan, cooking for an additional 5 minutes until softened.
6. Stir in the chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes. Season the vegetable mixture with soy sauce, salt, and white pepper to taste.
7. Once the congee has reached a creamy consistency, ladle it into bowls.
8. Top each bowl of congee with the sautéed vegetable mixture and garnish with chopped spring onions.
9. Serve hot and enjoy your Bai Wei!

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 6 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
• Water: 0.8 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the vegetables.
• Provides a good source of fiber, promoting digestive health.

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