Seafood Congee

Seafood Congee is a comforting and nutritious rice porridge featuring tender seafood and aromatic herbs, perfect for a hearty meal. This dish combines the simplicity of rice with the rich flavors of the ocean, making it both satisfying and revitalizing.

Ingredients

• Jasmine rice - 100 grams
• Water - 1.5 liters
• Shrimp, peeled and deveined - 100 grams
• Squid, cleaned and sliced - 100 grams
• Fish fillet (white fish) - 100 grams
• Ginger, finely chopped - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic, minced - 1 clove
• Spring onion, chopped - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• White pepper - to taste
• Coriander leaves, for garnish - a handful

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 1.5 liters of water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
3. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 30 minutes or until the rice has broken down and the mixture is creamy.
4. Add the chopped ginger and minced garlic to the pot, and stir well.
5. Incorporate the shrimp, squid, and fish fillet into the congee, cooking for an additional 5-7 minutes or until the seafood is cooked through.
6. Season the congee with soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and white pepper to taste. Stir to combine.
7. Serve the congee in bowls, garnished with chopped spring onion and coriander leaves.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
• Water: 1.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from seafood, supporting muscle repair and growth.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, promoting heart health and cognitive function.

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