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Hot Congee with Scallions
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Hot Congee with Scallions

4.5 (248 ratings)

A Hot Congee, the kind of plate you make on a quiet evening, and served with Scallions.

Prep
28 min
Cook
34 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
Medium
Ingredients

What you'll need

  • 1 lb congee
  • 1 lb soy sauce
  • a pinch garlic
  • 4 oz fresh ginger
  • 1/4 cup scallions
  • 2 tbsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1 cup Shaoxing wine
  • to taste fresh herbs, to finish
Method

Step by step

  1. Sweat the aromatics in a little fat until soft, with no rush and no color.
  2. Add the base ingredients and toast them briefly to build flavor.
  3. Pour in the stock, bring to a bare simmer, and let it cook until everything is tender.
  4. Adjust the seasoning, finish with herbs, and serve with something crusty alongside.
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