Rice Congee
Rice congee is a silky Asian rice porridge made from rice, water, cardamom pods, fresh root ginger and a pinch of salt. Cooked gently in the mixing bowl, the grains slowly release their starch for a velvety consistency. Ideal as a warming breakfast or light meal, the TM7 stirs and simmers hands-free so nothing catches on the base.
About this recipe
Rice congee Thermomix TM7 recipes bring the classic Asian breakfast porridge within easy reach of your all-in-one kitchen machine. Made from just rice, water, cardamom pods, fresh root ginger and salt, this gentle dish transforms humble pantry staples into a warming bowl of comfort. The secret lies in the slow simmer: as the rice grains cook, they burst and release their starch, thickening the water into a velvety, spoonable consistency that no stovetop method achieves so reliably. Searching for a quick weeknight dinner or a soothing breakfast? Congee fits both occasions beautifully. The TM7 keeps the mixture moving gently at the base, so you never need to stand by the pot stirring, and the cardamom and ginger infuse the whole bowl with a soft, aromatic warmth. Garnish with spring onion, soy sauce or a soft-boiled egg, and this light vegetarian meal becomes as simple or as elaborate as you like.
Preparation tips
- Rinse the rice thoroughly before cooking to remove excess surface starch; this keeps the congee from becoming gluey while still allowing the grains to break down into that signature silky texture.
- Crush the cardamom pods lightly before adding them so the seeds release their aromatic oils into the porridge; fish out the husks just before serving for a smoother bowl.
- Leftover congee thickens considerably in the fridge, so stir in a splash of hot water or stock when reheating until you reach the desired spoonable consistency again.
Recipe variations
- For a savoury Chinese-style variation, omit the cardamom and serve the ginger congee with shredded chicken, soy sauce, sesame oil and sliced spring onion for a hearty main meal.
- For a festive vegan version, top the cardamom congee with roasted pumpkin seeds, a drizzle of maple syrup and poached pear during autumn, turning breakfast into an elegant brunch.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- Weigh the rice directly into the mixing bowl with the TM7 integrated scale, ensuring the exact ratio of rice to water for a perfectly thick congee. [Precision Control]
- Gentle heating keeps the rice porridge simmering steadily without catching on the base, giving you a silky texture without constant stirring. [Multi-Function]
- The TM7 grinds the cardamom pods and fresh root ginger into a fine aromatic base, releasing maximum fragrance into every spoonful. [Multi-Function]
- Hands-free mixing stirs the rice slowly throughout the long cooking time, replacing manual stirring and freeing you for other kitchen tasks. [Hands-Free]
- Steaming vegetables in the Varoma above the simmering congee lets you prepare a complete garnish while the rice porridge cooks below. [Multi-Function]
Ingredients
- water
- white rice
- cardamom pods
- fresh root ginger
- salt