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Baby Rice Congee Recipe

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Simple Congee Recipe (Rice Porridge) What's Gaby Cooking
Simple Congee Recipe (Rice Porridge) What's Gaby Cooking from whatsgabycooking.com

Description

Baby rice congee is a traditional Chinese dish that is perfect for introducing your little one to solid foods. Congee is a type of rice porridge that is easy to digest and packed with nutrients. This recipe is quick and easy to make, and can be customized with different ingredients to suit your baby's tastes.

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup white rice
  • 4 cups water or chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1/4 cup carrots, chopped
  • 1/4 cup peas
  • 1/4 cup corn
  • 1/4 tsp salt (optional)

Equipment

  • Medium-sized saucepan with lid
  • Spoon or spatula

Method

  1. Rinse the rice in a fine mesh strainer until the water runs clear.
  2. Add the rice and water or chicken broth to a medium-sized saucepan and bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan with a lid.
  4. Simmer the rice for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it is soft and the liquid has thickened to a porridge-like consistency.
  5. Add the shredded chicken, chopped carrots, peas, and corn to the saucepan and stir to combine.
  6. Continue to cook the congee for an additional 5-10 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
  7. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the congee cool for a few minutes before serving.
  8. You can add salt to taste, but it is not necessary for babies under 1 year old.
  9. Divide the congee into small portions and serve warm.

Notes

You can customize this recipe by adding different vegetables or proteins to the congee. Some popular additions include tofu, spinach, and mushrooms. You can also use different types of broth or milk to make the congee creamier.

Nutrition Info

This recipe makes approximately 4 servings. Each serving contains:
  • Calories: 105
  • Protein: 5g
  • Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugar: 2g

Recipe Tips

To make this recipe even easier, you can use leftover cooked rice instead of cooking the rice from scratch. Simply add the cooked rice to the broth and cook until it reaches the desired consistency. You can also make a larger batch of congee and freeze it in small portions for later use. To reheat, simply microwave or heat on the stove with a little bit of water or broth.

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