Filipino-Style Congee (Lugaw)

May 15, 2023May 15, 20230 1
Flavorsome Filipino-Style Congee (Lugaw) for your breakfast or snack time
in Rice

Prep

5 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

5 cups water
2 cups uncooked white rice
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 whole head garlic , minced
1 tablespoon sliced ginger
2 tablespoons sliced onion
2 skinless , boneless chicken breasts , cut into cubes
1 tablespoon fish sauce , or to taste
ground black pepper to taste
1 teaspoon annatto powder
2 hard-boiled eggs , peeled , or to taste
2 tablespoons chopped spring onions , or to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
246
Sugar
0.7g
Fat
8g
Filipino-Style Congee (Lugaw) is a popular comfort food in the Philippines, often enjoyed as a breakfast or snack meal. Congee is a type of rice porridge that is commonly eaten in many Asian countries, including China, Vietnam, and Thailand. In the Philippines, Lugaw is typically made by boiling uncooked rice in water until it disintegrates and forms a thick, porridge-like consistency. This version of Lugaw is made more flavorful with the addition of chicken, ginger, garlic, onions, and fish sauce. This dish is best enjoyed when served hot, with slices of hard-boiled eggs, and topped with chopped spring onions, adding a combination of flavors and textures to the recipe.

Instructions

1.Rinse uncooked rice with water and drain excess water.
2.In a pot over high heat, bring water to a rolling boil.
3.Add rice to the boiling water and continue cooking while occasionally stirring for about 25 minutes or until the rice grains break and the mixture becomes thick and soupy.
4.Reduce heat to low, cover, and continue cooking until the rice fully breaks down and forms a porridge-like consistency.
5.Meanwhile, heat vegetable oil in a pan.
6.Add minced garlic, ginger, and onion then sauté until fragrant.
7.Add cubed chicken breasts and cook until brown.
8.Season with fish sauce, ground black pepper, and annatto powder then stir.
9.Remove from heat.
10.Serve hot congee in bowls and top with the chicken, sliced hard-boiled eggs, and spring onions.

PROS

This Filipino-style Congee is quick and easy to make, and can be enjoyed as breakfast or a snack.

The dish is low-fat and high in protein, making it a healthy and filling meal.

It is also a great way to use up leftover rice.

CONS

The dish may not be suitable for people who are not fond of rice or those who prefer a sweeter breakfast meal.

It is also high in carbohydrates hence, should be enjoyed in moderation.

Moreover, it may not be suitable for vegans or vegetarians, as the recipe uses chicken as a main ingredient.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The ingredients used in this recipe, including ginger, fish sauce, and chicken are known for their anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting properties.
Additionally, ginger may help in reducing nausea and vomiting, while chicken is high in protein and contains essential amino acids which help in building and repairing tissues.

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