Savory Pumpkin Porridge

Savory Pumpkin Porridge is a comforting and hearty Korean breakfast dish that combines creamy pumpkin with a rich umami flavor, perfect for a keto diet. This nourishing bowl is easy to prepare and is sure to warm you up on chilly mornings.

Savory Pumpkin Porridge
25 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Korean
250 kcal

Ingredients

  • Pumpkin puree - 200 grams
  • Cauliflower rice - 150 grams
  • Chicken broth - 500 ml
  • Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
  • Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
  • Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
  • Soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free) - 1 tablespoon
  • Green onions - 2, chopped
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste
  • Toasted sesame seeds - for garnish

Steps

  1. In a medium pot, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  2. Stir in the pumpkin puree and cauliflower rice, mixing well to combine.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cauliflower rice is tender.
  4. Add the soy sauce, salt, and black pepper to taste. Stir well and let it cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 250
  • Protein: 7 g
  • Carbs: 15 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Total Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in antioxidants from pumpkin, promoting overall health.
  • Low in carbs and high in fiber, making it suitable for keto diets.

Tags

KoreanKetoBreakfast