Nokdujuk || Mung Bean Porridge, 绿豆粥, 綠豆粥, 緑豆粥, 녹두죽

Nokdujuk is a traditional Korean porridge made from mung beans. It’s often enjoyed as a comforting and healthy meal, especially when you’re feeling under the weather.

Ingredients:

Mung beans
Rice
Water
Salt

Instructions:

Soak the Mung Beans:
- Rinse the mung beans thoroughly.
- Soak them in water for about 4-6 hours, or overnight.
Cook the Porridge:
- Drain the soaked mung beans.
- In a large pot, combine the mung beans, rice, and water.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, until the beans and rice are tender.
- Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Season and Serve:
- Season the porridge with salt to taste.
- Serve hot with a side dish of kimchi or other Korean side dishes.

Tips for a Delicious Nokdujuk:

Mung Bean Quality: Use high-quality, fresh mung beans for the best flavor and texture.
Water Ratio: Adjust the water-to-grain ratio to your desired consistency. More water will result in a thinner porridge, while less water will result in a thicker porridge.
Seasoning: While salt is the primary seasoning, you can also add a pinch of sesame oil or a few drops of soy sauce for extra flavor.
Toppings: You can customize your nokdujuk by adding toppings like chopped scallions, sesame seeds, or a fried egg.

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