Ingredients
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- 1 cup jasmine rice or short-grain rice
- 8 cups water or chicken stock for added flavor
- 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- Optional toppings: sliced scallions, cooked peas, shredded chicken, century egg, or fried shallots
- Food coloring or small pieces of vegetables for the smiley face (carrots, beets, or natural colorings)
Instructions
- Wash 1 cup of rice thoroughly until the water runs clear.
- In a large pot or slow cooker, combine the rice with 8 cups of water or chicken stock. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the rice breaks down and the congee reaches a creamy consistency (about 45-60 minutes).
- Divide a small portion of congee and color it with natural food coloring or mash small vegetable pieces for the smiley face features.
- Carefully place the colored congee on top of the plain congee using small spoons or piping bags to form the smiley face features.
- Add optional toppings like chopped scallions or shredded chicken to enhance flavor and texture.
Notes
- For quicker preparation, use an electric pressure cooker or a high-speed blender designed for hot foods.
- You can prepare the congee in advance and reheat it by adding a splash of water or broth to maintain its creamy texture.
- Feel free to customize the face with different vegetables or sauces for variety and fun presentation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop, Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
- Diet: Vegetarian (if toppings are chosen accordingly)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 230 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 2 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg