Hey there, foodies! Today I’m absolutely thrilled to share one of my favorite Chinese breakfast recipes that’ll make you want to hop out of bed in the morning – Congee with Century Egg and Tender Shredded Chicken! Trust me, this isn’t your average breakfast porridge; it’s pure comfort in a bowl that’ll have your taste buds doing a happy dance! 🎉
Let me tell you, I’ve been making this recipe for years, and it never fails to impress my family and friends. The silky smooth rice porridge, combined with the rich umami flavor of century eggs and juicy shredded chicken, is simply _chef’s kiss_ perfection!
Here’s what you’ll need:
– 1 cup jasmine rice
– 8 cups chicken broth (or water)
– 2 century eggs, diced
– 1 chicken breast
– Ginger slices
– Green onions, chopped
– White pepper
– Soy sauce
– Sesame oil
– Crispy fried shallots (trust me on this one!)
Now, let’s get cooking, bestie! 👩🍳
1. First, rinse that rice until the water runs clear. Nobody wants cloudy congee!
2. In a large pot, combine the rice and broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer. Stir occasionally because, honey, nobody likes burnt rice at the bottom!
3. Meanwhile, poach your chicken breast with ginger slices until cooked through (about 15-20 minutes).
4. Here’s my little secret – while the congee is cooking (about 1-1.5 hours), stir it every 15 minutes. This releases the starch and makes it extra creamy!
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1. Once your chicken is cooled, shred it into bite-sized pieces.
2. When the congee reaches that perfect silky consistency (you’ll know it when you see it!), season with white pepper and a splash of soy sauce.
3. Now for the fun part – assembly! Ladle your congee into bowls, top with shredded chicken, century egg pieces, chopped green onions, and those amazing crispy shallots.
4. Finish with a drizzle of sesame oil because, darling, we’re not basic! 💅
Pro tip: Want it extra fancy? Add some fresh ginger julienne and a dash more white pepper on top. Your Instagram followers will go crazy for this!
I mean, can we talk about how this breakfast is basically a warm hug in a bowl? It’s perfect for those chilly mornings or when you’re feeling under the weather. Plus, it’s totally customizable – add more toppings, make it thicker or thinner, you do you, boo!
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Until next time, keep cooking and stay fabulous! 💕
P.S. If your congee doesn’t turn out perfect the first time, don’t sweat it! We’ve all been there – my first attempt looked more like rice soup than congee. Practice makes perfect, and you’ve got this! 😘
