Pork and Egg Congee

Pork and Egg Congee is a comforting and nutritious Chinese breakfast dish that blends tender pork with creamy rice porridge, topped with a soft-boiled egg for an extra protein boost. It's a warm, hearty meal perfect for starting your day on a healthy note.

Ingredients

• Jasmine rice - 100g
• Water - 1 liter
• Pork tenderloin - 150g, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 tablespoon, grated
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Spring onions - 2, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Eggs - 2, for boiling

Steps

1. Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then drain.
2. In a large pot, combine the rinsed rice and 1 liter of water. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
3. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally until the rice has broken down and the congee is creamy.
4. While the congee is cooking, marinate the chopped pork with soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger for about 10 minutes.
5. In a skillet, cook the marinated pork over medium heat until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Set aside.
6. In a separate pot, bring water to a boil and gently add the eggs. Boil for 6-7 minutes for soft-boiled eggs, then transfer to an ice bath to cool before peeling.
7. Once the congee reaches the desired consistency, season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir in the cooked pork.
8. Ladle the congee into bowls, top each with a soft-boiled egg, and garnish with chopped spring onions.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 186 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 1 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle repair and growth.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from pork and eggs, promoting overall health.

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