Jeonbokjuk || Abalone Porridge, 鲍鱼粥, 鮑魚粥, アワビ粥, 전복죽

Jeonbokjuk is a premium Korean porridge made with abalone. It’s a delicacy known for its rich, savory flavor and creamy texture. Abalone, a prized seafood, adds a luxurious touch to this dish, making it a popular choice for special occasions and convalescence.

Ingredients:

2 abalones
2 cloves garlic
1 cup rice
8 cups water
Salt
Sesame oil

Instructions:

Rinse the rice: Wash the rice thoroughly and soak it in water for about an hour.
Prepare the abalone: Scrub the abalone clean with a brush. Remove the meat from the shell and clean the innards. Slice the meat thinly.
Slice the garlic: Slice the garlic thinly.
Sauté: Heat some sesame oil in a pot. Sauté the garlic until fragrant. Add the drained rice and abalone, and sauté until the rice becomes translucent.
Boil: Pour in the water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Season: Once the rice is cooked and the porridge has thickened, season with salt to taste.

Tips:

For a richer flavor, you can add a little bit of soy sauce to the porridge.
If you prefer a smoother texture, you can blend the porridge with a blender after it’s cooked.
For a healthier option, you can use brown rice instead of white rice.

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