Korean Jook
This Korean Jook is the ultimate comfort food. Made with tender chicken, this savory rice porridge is perfect when you don't feel well or when you need want a hot and cozy meal. Easy to make and ready in about 30 minutes this flavorful Korean dish is a winter must-have.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup short-grain rice
- 6 cups chicken bone broth
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 2 Tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 Tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 medium carrot finely chopped
- 1/2 cup mushroom finely chopped
- 2 green onions finely chopped
- salt and pepper to taste
- sesame seeds
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Soak the rice for at least an hour then drain.
- In a large pot, combine the rinsed rice and chicken bone broth. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low heat, stirring occasionally for about 20 to 30 minutes. When the broth has reduced, stir more frequently and reduce to low heat.
- Stir in finely chopped carrots and mushrooms and simmer for another 10 minutes until the vegetables are soft.
- Add the shredded cooked chicken and stir in soy sauce and sesame oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the seasoning according to your preference.
- Add chopped green onions to the porridge and mix well.
- Ladle the jook into bowls. Drizzle with a bit of sesame oil and garnish with additional green onions, sesame seeds and any optional toppings you prefer.