By itself this recipe tastes great, but there are many different ingredients you can add to this to dress it up according to your taste (see notes below for some suggestions). This recipe was inspired by The Chinese Medicine Cookbook by Stacy Isaacs.
Equipment
instant pot (pressure cooker)
Ingredients
1cupSushi rice or Short grain rice
4teaspoonsGarlic bouillon
3teaspoonsOnion bouillon
2TablespoonsWhite Miso or Dashi Miso
2TablespoonsFresh gingerminced
MSG, Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
Using cold water and a colander, rinse the rice until the water runs clear.
In the Instant Pot add 7 cups of warm water with the garlic and onion bouillon , and stir until dissolved. Add white miso and ginger to the stock mixture. Add rice to the pot and stir.
Seal and cook on high pressure for 30 minutes. Naturally release the steam for 10 minutes.
Season the congee with MSG, salt, pepper to taste.
Notes
This recipe takes 1 hour of cook time and yields roughly 1-1/2 quarts of congee.
This is a great recipe when you are not feeling well or want to eat something light. This energizing recipe aids in immune support, energy, and digestion. This recipe is good for people with qi or yang deficiency.
To dress up this congee and make a great filling lunch or side dish, you can try adding soft cooked eggs, scrambled eggs, leftover warmed salmon, bacon, green onions or caramelized onions, leftover chicken, etc. The list is endless!