8 Recipes for Congee, the Cozy Porridge You Can Eat at Any Time of Day

Congee, the ultra-comforting, classic Chinese white rice porridge, can be dressed up with a range of fantastic savory toppings. From kabocha squash to spicy pork, here are eight great congee variations.

Kabocha Squash Congee

Simple, light, and satisfying, tender kabocha squash is a sweet vegetable to finish off a classic congee rice and ginger porridge, especially in the fall.

Ginger Vegetable Congee

Loaded with tender vegetables and fragrant ginger, this congee rice porridge is light, fresh, and delicious. It can be made vegetarian by using vegetable stock.

Shredded Ginger Chicken Congee

Try this delicious recipe for a new take on classic chicken soup, fragranced with fresh ginger.

Spicy Pork Shoulder Congee

Browned pork shoulder and spicy chile garlic sauce make this porridge extra flavorful and hearty.

 Spicy Sesame, Bacon, and Egg Congee

Taking a cue from Chef Mei Lin of Nightshade, F&W's Kelsey Youngman adds spicy pork, creamy egg yolks, and crunchy sesame to classic rice congee. 

Slow Cooker Rice Congee with Chicken

Top this delicious soup with roasted peanuts and slices of Chinese sausage.

Garlic Beef and Onion Congee

For a savory porridge, add hearty ground beef flavored with garlic and fresh ginger.

Khao Dtom Moo Saap (Rice Congee with Pork Meatballs)

Chef James Syhabout serves his soothing congee with meatballs flavored simply with fish and soy sauce.