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Drain and optionally freeze for 2 hours for a smoother texture.","group":"Preparation","title":"Wash the rice thoroughly","timerMinutes":30,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"In a large pot, bring 2 liters (2.1 quarts) of water to a rolling boil at 212°F (100°C). Add the rice and ginger, then reduce to medium-low heat. Simmer for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice breaks down into a thick porridge.","group":"Cooking","title":"Bring 2 liters of water","timerMinutes":40,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Season the pork slices with a pinch of salt and white pepper. Add the pork and diced century eggs to the simmering congee.","group":"Cooking","title":"Season the pork slices","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Cook for another 5 minutes until the pork is just tender. Stir in salt to taste.","group":"Finishing","title":"Cook for another 5 minutes","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Finishing"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Ladle into bowls. Garnish with chopped green onions, a dash of white pepper, and a drizzle of sesame oil.","group":"Finishing","title":"Ladle into bowls","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Finishing"}],"notes":"Freezing the rice overnight after washing helps it break down faster, creating a silkier texture in less time. For a deeper flavor, use chicken stock instead of water.","cuisine":{"group":"East Asian","specific":["Cantonese"]},"course":["main"],"cookingMethod":["simmer","boil"],"equipment":["large pot","ladle","knife"],"diet":["dairy_free","high_protein"],"allergens":["eggs"],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":4,"unit":"bowl","note":"Standard serving bowls"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The congee can be prepared ahead, but the pork and century eggs are best added just before serving to maintain texture."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container. Congee will thicken over time; add a little water when reheating.","reheatingNotes":"Reheat on the stovetop with a splash of water or stock to reach desired consistency."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_5dc16bc6c0%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=fef5e52a-52a5-4965-bb53-47920cb78bad","imageAlt":"Century Egg and Pork Congee — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["congee","porridge","chinese-breakfast","savory","comfort-food"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Century Egg and Pork Congee","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T18:54:22.163Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T18:54:22.163Z","related":[{"id":"recipe_5bd7d18ba8","slug":"cantonese-steamed-rice-noodle-rolls-cheung-fun","title":"Cantonese Steamed Rice Noodle Rolls (Cheung Fun)","description":"A silky, smooth, and translucent Cantonese dim sum classic. 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