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A beautifully styled bowl of rice porridge with toppings, garnished with fresh herbs and served with chopsticks. Warm, inviting lighting, cozy dining table setting.

Comfort in a Bowl: Easy Rice Porridge Recipe for Cozy Lunches

This Easy Rice Porridge Recipe is a comforting, creamy dish perfect for cozy lunches or light meals. Made with simple ingredients, it’s customizable with savory or sweet toppings and ready in under an hour.
5 from 2 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Asian-inspired
Servings 4 peoples
Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Colander (for rinsing rice)

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup Jasmine rice (or short-grain rice)
  • 6 cups Water (or broth for extra flavor)
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tbsp Neutral oil (e.g., vegetable or avocado oil)

Optional toppings

  • Green onions, fried garlic, soy sauce, soft-boiled eggs, shredded chicken, fresh herbs, chili oil, or sesame oil

Instructions
 

  • Rinse the Rice: Rinse 1 cup rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
    A close-up of jasmine rice being rinsed under cold water in a stainless steel colander, with water flowing and rice grains visible. Natural lighting, clean kitchen background.
  • Toast the Rice: Heat 1 tbsp oil in a pot, add rice, and toast for 1-2 minutes.
    A pot on a stovetop with rice being toasted in a tablespoon of oil, showing a wooden spoon stirring the grains. Warm, golden tones, steam rising slightly, rustic kitchen setting.
  • Cook the Rice: Add 6 cups water and 1 tsp salt. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 45-50 minutes, stirring occasionally.
    A creamy rice porridge in a pot, being stirred with a wooden spoon, showing its thick and smooth texture. Close-up shot, warm and inviting tones.
  • Adjust Consistency: Add more water if the porridge is too thick.
    A pot of rice and water simmering on a stove, with steam rising and a wooden spoon resting on the side. Soft lighting, cozy kitchen atmosphere.
  • Add Toppings: Serve hot with your favorite toppings like green onions, fried garlic, or soft-boiled eggs.
    A variety of toppings for rice porridge arranged on a wooden tray, including chopped green onions, fried garlic, soy sauce, and soft-boiled eggs. Bright, fresh, and appetizing
  • Serve and Enjoy
    A steaming bowl of creamy rice porridge, topped with vibrant green onions, golden fried garlic, a soft-boiled egg, and a drizzle of soy sauce. The bowl is placed on a rustic wooden table with chopsticks and a spoon beside it. Warm, natural lighting highlights the steam rising from the porridge, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere.

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Keyword Rice Porridge Recipe