🇱🇰 Sri Lankan Chicken Rice Porridge Recipe | Sri Lankan Rice Kanji (Congee) Recipe | HUNGRY

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: milk

Almond milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is a plant-based protein alternative.

Boil water in a large pot over high heat.

Add chicken to boiling water and cook until tender, about 20-25 minutes.

Remove chicken, reserving broth, and shred the meat into bite-sized pieces.

In the same pot, add rice to the reserved broth and bring to a simmer over medium heat.

Cook rice, stirring occasionally, until it breaks down and becomes porridge-like, about 30-40 minutes.

In a separate pan, heat oil over medium heat and sauté onions until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add ginger, garlic, green chilies, and curry leaves; sauté until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Stir in turmeric, salt, and pepper; cook for another minute.

Add shredded chicken and coconut milk to the rice porridge; mix well.

Simmer for an additional 10 minutes, adjusting consistency with water as needed.

Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice and cilantro before serving.

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