Century Egg and Pork Congee
About This Dish
This is comfort food. It's warm, it's creamy, it's savory, and it's exactly what you want when you're feeling a bit under the weather or when you just want something that feels like a hug. The century egg might sound weird if you've never had it, but it adds this rich, complex flavor that's hard to describe. The pork makes it hearty, and the rice makes it filling. I make this when I'm sick, or when I'm stressed, or when I just want something that makes me feel better. It's the kind of thing that takes a while to cook, but it's worth it.
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Ingredients
- Rice
- Century eggs
- Ground pork or pork slices
- Ginger
- Green onions
- Soy sauce
- Sesame oil
- Salt
- White pepper
- Water or chicken broth
Instructions
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1
Rinse the rice and soak it in water for at least 30 minutes. This helps it break down and makes the congee creamier.
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2
In a large pot, bring water or chicken broth to a boil. Add the soaked rice and reduce to a simmer.
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Cook for about 45 minutes to an hour, stirring occasionally. The rice should break down and the congee should be thick and creamy.
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4
While the congee cooks, marinate the pork with soy sauce, sesame oil, and a bit of white pepper.
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5
Peel and chop the century eggs. Cut them into small pieces.
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When the congee is almost done, add the marinated pork and stir until it's cooked through.
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Add the century eggs and sliced ginger. Let it cook for another 5 minutes.
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Season with salt and white pepper to taste.
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Serve hot, topped with chopped green onions and a drizzle of sesame oil.
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You can add more soy sauce or other condiments at the table if you want.
Cooking Tips
- Soak the rice before cooking. It really does make a difference in how creamy the congee gets.
- Stir occasionally while cooking. This helps the rice break down and prevents it from sticking to the bottom.
- The congee should be thick but still pourable. If it's too thick, add more water. If it's too thin, let it cook longer.
- Century eggs can be strong. If you're not used to them, start with less and add more if you like it.
Quick Summary
Simmer rice in broth until it breaks down into a creamy congee, then add marinated pork and century eggs, cooking until everything comes together.
