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.

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
- In a medium pot, combine cooked quinoa, pumpkin puree, water, and almond milk over medium heat.
- Stir well and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low.
- Add honey, salt, cinnamon, and vanilla extract, stirring continuously to combine.
- Let the mixture simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens to your desired consistency.
- Once thickened, remove from heat and stir in chopped walnuts and chia seeds.
- 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