Jeonbok Juk

Jeonbok Juk is a comforting Korean rice porridge enriched with the umami flavor of abalone, adapted here as a vegetarian dish using mushrooms for depth. This creamy and nourishing bowl is perfect for chilly days or when you seek a soothing meal.

Ingredients

• Short-grain rice - 100 grams
• Water - 800 ml
• Dried shiitake mushrooms - 30 grams
• Fresh shiitake mushrooms - 100 grams, sliced
• Carrot - 50 grams, finely chopped
• Zucchini - 50 grams, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Chopped green onion - 2 tablespoons (for garnish)
• Toasted sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon (for garnish)

Steps

1. Rinse the short-grain rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then soak it in water for 30 minutes.
2. While the rice soaks, rehydrate the dried shiitake mushrooms by placing them in a bowl of warm water for 20 minutes, then slice them thinly.
3. In a large pot, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
4. Add the rehydrated shiitake mushrooms, fresh shiitake mushrooms, carrot, and zucchini to the pot. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are slightly softened.
5. Drain the soaked rice and add it to the pot. Stir well to mix the rice with the vegetables.
6. Pour in 800 ml of water and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 30 minutes or until the rice is soft and the mixture has thickened to a porridge-like consistency.
7. Stir in the soy sauce and season with salt to taste. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
8. Serve the Jeonbok Juk hot, garnished with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds.

Nutrition

• Calories: 300
• Protein: 9 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
• Water: 0.8 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Contains antioxidants from mushrooms that support immune function.

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