Description

This Vegan Congee is a simple, savory rice porridge that’s perfect for a cozy meal. Made with aromatic ginger, garlic, and a vegan chicken broth, this comforting dish can be prepared on the stovetop or in an Instant Pot. It’s a great choice for meal prep and is freezer-friendly, offering a warming, flavorful dish with endless topping options!

Ingredients

Comforting and Nutritious: Congee is a satisfying meal full of plant-based goodness, and the ginger and garlic add depth of flavor.

Flexible: You can adjust the consistency by adding more water for a thinner porridge or cooking longer for a thicker dish.

Vegan and Gluten-Free: It’s the perfect dish for those following vegan or gluten-free diets, without sacrificing flavor or comfort.

Instant Pot Option: Quick and easy, you can have a bowl of congee ready in less than 30 minutes with the Instant Pot method.

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Instructions

For the Congee:
1⅓ cup Jasmine rice (see note 1)
6 cups vegan chicken broth (or vegetable broth, see note 2)
5 cups water (more as needed)
5 cloves garlic, finely grated (or minced)
1 tablespoon finely grated ginger (or minced)
½ to 1 teaspoon fine sea salt (more as needed, see note 3)
Toppings (optional):
Homemade chili garlic oil
Sliced scallions (green onions)
Minced fresh ginger
White pepper

Notes

Stovetop Instructions:
Rinse the Rice:
Rinse the rice under cold running water for 1 minute using your fingers to swirl the rice. Drain well.
Combine and Cook:
In a large pot, add the rinsed rice, vegan chicken broth, water, garlic, ginger, and salt. Cover the pot slightly ajar and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to maintain a simmer. Stir occasionally and cook until the rice is soft, about 30 minutes.
Cook until Smooth:
Uncover the pot and continue cooking for another 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice starts to fall apart and the congee is smooth. Add more water if needed to adjust the consistency. If the congee is too runny, cook for longer until thickened.
Season and Serve:
Taste the congee and add more salt if needed. Top with your choice of toppings, such as chili garlic oil, sliced scallions, minced ginger, and white pepper. Serve hot.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Category: Soup
Cuisine: American