Jok Mung

Jok Mung is a comforting Thai rice porridge enriched with a variety of fresh vegetables and herbs, making it a nourishing vegetarian lunch option. This simple yet flavorful dish is perfect for warming up chilly days or enjoying a light meal.

Ingredients

• Jasmine rice - 100 grams
• Vegetable broth - 1 liter
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Mushrooms (shiitake or button) - 100 grams, sliced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Green onions - 2 stalks, chopped
• Chili flakes - 1/2 teaspoon (optional)
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This helps remove excess starch.
2. In a pot, combine the rinsed rice and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
3. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice is soft and the mixture has thickened to a porridge-like consistency.
4. In a separate pan, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
5. Add the diced carrot, zucchini, and sliced mushrooms to the pan. Stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
6. Once the rice porridge has thickened, stir in the sautéed vegetables, soy sauce, lime juice, and chili flakes (if using). Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Allow the mixture to simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes to combine the flavors.
8. Serve the Jok Mung hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and chopped green onions.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 7 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 6 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the fresh vegetables.
• Provides a good source of carbohydrates for energy.

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