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This comforting Pumpkin Congee is a simple yet nourishing dish. The pumpkin cubes melt into the creamy rice base, creating a thick and velvety texture. The addition of goji berries provides a subtle sweetness and a pop of color, while the sugar balances the flavors perfectly. It's a dish that warms you from the inside out, with every spoonful offering a blend of soft rice and mashed pumpkin.
Winter Squash & Rice Porridge
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1. Choose fully ripe old pumpkin. Peel off the hard rind and scoop out all seeds. Cut the pumpkin into large chunks.
Peel the pumpkin, remove seeds and cut it into small cubes.
2. Put pumpkin chunks into a pot with half of the water, boil for 15 minutes until the pumpkin turns soft and tender.
Rinse the rice thoroughly and soak it for 10 minutes.
3. Fish out the cooked pumpkin pieces, transfer them into a blender, pulse for 15 seconds until smooth pumpkin puree forms.
Pour water into a large pot and bring it to a rolling boil.
4. Keep the leftover pumpkin water in the pot, add rinsed rice and simmer for 20 minutes to cook the rice porridge.
Add the soaked rice to the boiling water and cook on medium heat for 20 minutes until it starts to turn soft and creamy.
5. Pour the pumpkin puree back into the rice porridge, add goji berries, and cook for another 5 minutes while stirring occasionally.
Add pumpkin cubes into the pot, stir well and simmer on low heat for 25–35 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
6. Add sugar according to your preference, stir well until fully dissolved, then turn off the heat.
When the pumpkin is fully mashed and the congee thickens, add sugar and stir until dissolved.
7. Serve warm. The porridge tastes great even without goji berries.
Turn off the heat, toss in goji berries, cover the pot and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Tips
This is an easy, mild homemade porridge suitable for kids and family meals.
Feel free to DIY and adjust ingredients to your taste.
If you are allergic to nuts, you may skip them. No need to force ingredients, mix and match freely.
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Can I use a different type of rice?
Yes, you can use short-grain rice or jasmine rice, but the texture may vary slightly.
How do I adjust the sweetness?
You can add more or less sugar depending on your preference. Taste the congee before serving and adjust accordingly.
Can I make this congee in advance?
Yes, you can store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove, adding a bit of water if it becomes too thick.
What can I substitute for goji berries?
You can use raisins or dried cranberries as a substitute for goji berries.
Can I use a pressure cooker for this recipe?
Yes, a pressure cooker can speed up the cooking process. Cook the rice and pumpkin together for about 15 minutes under pressure, then add sugar and goji berries.
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