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Chinese Seafood congee with shrimp/ prawn

Creamy Chinese Seafood Congee with Shrimp for Cozy Nights

A comforting and creamy Chinese seafood congee with shrimp, perfect for chilly nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Porridge Base
  • 1 cup White Rice Short-grain rice is best for creamy texture.
  • 6 cups Water or Stock Chicken or seafood stock enhances flavor.
For the Shrimp Mixture
  • 1 pound Fresh Shrimp/Prawns Shells should be saved for stock.
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil For marinating shrimp.
  • 2 tablespoons Shaoxing Wine Dry sherry can be used as a substitute.
For Flavor and Aromatics
  • 1 ounce Dried Scallops (Conpoy) Must be soaked before use.
  • 1 inch Ginger Wash, no need to peel.
  • 1 tablespoon Fish Sauce Can substitute with salt.
  • 4 pieces Honey Dates White sugar can be used if needed.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon White Pepper
For Garnishing
  • 2 stalks Spring Onions Slice thinly.
  • 1 tablespoon Extra Sesame Oil A drizzle for aroma.

Equipment

  • pot
  • pan
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Begin by shelling the fresh shrimp, saving the shells for your stock later. Marinate the shrimp with sesame oil and Shaoxing wine to enhance the flavor.
  2. In a pot, sauté the shrimp shells with ginger until fragrant, then add water or stock. Let it simmer for 15-30 minutes, straining the shells afterward for a rich base.
  3. In a separate pot, bring the filtered stock to a gentle boil. Stir in the rinsed white rice, reduce heat to medium-low, and let it simmer, stirring occasionally.
  4. Once the rice reaches a creamy texture (around 45 minutes), gently fold in the marinated shrimp. Cook until the shrimp turn bright pink and tender.
  5. Ladle the silky congee into bowls, garnish with thinly sliced ginger, spring onions, and an extra drizzle of sesame oil for an aromatic finish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 190mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Optional: Top with fried garlic for an additional layer of flavor. Perfect texture requires frequent stirring while simmering.

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