Vegetable Juk

Vegetable Juk is a comforting and hearty Korean rice porridge that combines the goodness of soft, cooked rice with various vegetables. This nourishing dish is perfect for a light meal or as a soothing remedy when feeling under the weather.

Ingredients

• Short-grain rice - 100 grams
• Water - 1 liter
• Carrot - 50 grams, finely chopped
• Zucchini - 50 grams, finely chopped
• Spinach - 30 grams, chopped
• Mushrooms (shiitake or button) - 50 grams, sliced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste
• Green onion - 1 stalk, chopped (for garnish)

Steps

1. Rinse the short-grain rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then soak the rice in water for about 30 minutes.
2. In a pot, combine the soaked rice and 1 liter of water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
3. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
4. After 20 minutes, add the chopped carrot, zucchini, mushrooms, and minced garlic to the pot. Continue to simmer for another 10 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
5. Stir in the chopped spinach, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper to taste. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
6. Remove from heat and let it sit for a few minutes before serving. Ladle the Vegetable Juk into bowls and garnish with chopped green onion.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
• Water: 1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the vegetables, supporting overall health.
• Easily digestible, making it suitable for recovery or soothing the digestive system.

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