Hobak-juk

Hobak-juk is a comforting Korean pumpkin porridge, enriched with high protein ingredients like quinoa and nuts, perfect for a nutritious breakfast. This creamy dish is not only delicious but also packed with vitamins and minerals to fuel your day.

Hobak-juk
30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Korean
320 kcal

Ingredients

  • Cooked quinoa - 1 cup
  • Pumpkin puree - 1 cup
  • Water - 2 cups
  • Almond milk - 1 cup
  • Honey - 2 tablespoons
  • Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
  • Chopped walnuts - 1/4 cup
  • Chia seeds - 2 tablespoons
  • Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon

Steps

  1. In a medium pot, combine cooked quinoa, pumpkin puree, water, and almond milk over medium heat.
  2. Stir well and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low.
  3. Add honey, salt, cinnamon, and vanilla extract, stirring continuously to combine.
  4. Let the mixture simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens to your desired consistency.
  5. Once thickened, remove from heat and stir in chopped walnuts and chia seeds.
  6. Serve warm, garnished with more walnuts or a drizzle of honey if desired.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320
  • Protein: 12 g
  • Carbs: 55 g
  • Fiber: 7 g
  • Sugar: 10 g
  • Sodium: 150 mg
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Total Fat: 10 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in vitamins A and C from pumpkin, which support immune health.
  • High in protein and fiber from quinoa and chia seeds, promoting satiety.

Tags

KoreanHigh ProteinBreakfast