Anchovies Rice Porridge

May 18, 2023May 18, 20230 4

Anchovies Rice Porridge recipe for a hearty breakfast or comforting dinner

by The Chefin Porridge

Prep

5 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

290

Sugar

Fat

11g

Anchovies Rice Porridge, also called 'Sae-oo Juk' in Korean, is a savory dish that is commonly eaten as a hearty breakfast or comforting dinner. The dish has a unique and distinct flavor due to the salty and crisp anchovies, which have been mixed with rice to create a satisfying porridge. This is a traditional Korean dish, but it is enjoyed worldwide for its simplicity and ability to make use of basic ingredients. The soy sauce and mirin add a distinct depth of flavor, and the egg provides the dish with a creamy texture. The mushrooms add an extra nutritional boost.

Instructions

1.	Rinse the rice well and place it in a pot with 3 cups of water.
2.	Bring the water to a boil and simmer for 30 minutes over medium heat.
3.	While the rice is cooking, clean the anchovies by removing the heads, guts, and backbones.
4.	In a separate pan, heat up the cleaned anchovies over medium heat until they become crispy.
5.	Remove the anchovies from the pan and set them aside.
6.	Add the mirin and soy sauce to the pan and stir-fry for a minute. Then, set aside.
7.	Cut the mushroom into small pieces.
8.	Once the rice is cooked, add the mushroom pieces and cook for another 5 minutes.
9.	Add the anchovies, mirin and soy sauce mixture, and salt to the porridge. Cook for another minute.
10.	Crack the egg on the top of the porridge and cook for another minute while stirring the egg into the porridge. Serve hot.

PROS

This porridge is easy to make and requires simple ingredients.

The anchovies provide a source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids which promote heart health.

CONS

The strong fish flavor may not be appealing to everyone.

The addition of mirin and soy sauce can affect the sodium content of the dish.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The anchovies provide a good source of protein with a low calorie count.
They are also high in omega-3 fatty acids which have been linked to reduced inflammation and improved heart health. Rice, being a complex carbohydrate, is a good source of energy and serves as a vehicle to create a balanced meal with a range of nutrients.

	1/4 cup rice
	70 g anchovies
	salt , to taste
	mirin ( if you think fish stinks -- it can be obtained at Asian shops )
	soy sauce , to taste
	1 egg
	1 mushroom