Cambodian Rice Porridge បបរគ្រឿង

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: pork

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while pork is often less expensive.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce offers a similar umami flavor, while salt is a basic alternative.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is a healthier fat, while vegetable oil is usually more affordable.

ginger

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: ground ginger

Turmeric adds health benefits and is often cheaper than fresh ginger.

Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear.

Combine rice and water in a large pot and bring to a boil over high heat.

Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until rice is soft and porridge-like, about 30-40 minutes.

In a separate pan, sauté garlic and ginger in sesame oil until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Add chicken to the pan and cook until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.

Add cooked chicken to the rice porridge and stir to combine.

Season the porridge with fish sauce and soy sauce to taste.

Stir in chopped green onions and cilantro just before serving.

Serve hot, garnished with lime wedges and additional green onions.

Add pepper and carrots for extra flavor and texture.

Optionally, top with peas for a pop of color.

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