{"id":"recipe_1f2fae3ddb","slug":"juk-korean-rice-porridge","title":"Juk (Korean Rice Porridge)","description":"A comforting and soothing traditional East Asian rice porridge, known as Juk. This creamy dish is a staple breakfast in Korea, perfect for a gentle start to the day or as a nourishing meal when feeling under the weather.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":35,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":50,"activeMinutes":10},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"1 cup short-grain white rice","name":"White Rice","quantity":200,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"cup","form":"short-grain","notes":"white","group":"base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"6 cups water or broth","name":"Water","quantity":1.42,"unit":"l","usQuantity":1.5,"usUnit":"quart","form":"liquid","notes":"Can use vegetable or dried kelp broth","group":"base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil","name":"Sesame Oil","quantity":15,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"toasted","notes":"for sautéing","group":"base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"Salt to taste","name":"Salt","quantity":1,"unit":"pinch","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"pinch","form":"fine","notes":"to taste","group":"seasoning","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"1 green onion, chopped","name":"Green onion","quantity":1,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"piece","form":"chopped","notes":"for garnish","group":"garnish","optional":true},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds","name":"Sesame Seed","quantity":2,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"toasted","notes":"for garnish","group":"garnish","optional":true}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"Rinse the short-grain rice several times in cold water until the water runs clear. Soak the rice in fresh water for at least 30 minutes, then drain thoroughly.","group":"Preparation","title":"Rinse the short-grain rice several times","timerMinutes":30,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Heat a heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add the toasted sesame oil and the drained rice. Sauté the rice for 2-3 minutes until the grains look slightly translucent around the edges.","group":"Cooking","title":"Heat a heavy-bottomed pot","timerMinutes":3,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Pour in the water or broth. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover partially, and let it simmer. Stir occasionally to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom.","group":"Cooking","title":"Pour in the water or broth","timerMinutes":15,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Continue simmering for 15-20 minutes until the rice is completely softened and the liquid has thickened into a porridge consistency. Season with salt to taste.","group":"Cooking","title":"Continue simmering for 15-20 minutes","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Ladle the porridge into bowls. Garnish with chopped green onions and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds before serving hot.","group":"Serving","title":"Ladle the porridge","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Serving"}],"notes":"You can use water, but using a vegetable or kelp broth adds significantly more depth to the flavor. For a thicker consistency, simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes.","cuisine":{"group":"East Asian","specific":["Korean"]},"course":["main"],"cookingMethod":["simmer","saute"],"equipment":["heavy-bottomed pot","strainer","wooden spoon"],"diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free","dairy_free","nut_free","egg_free","soy_free"],"allergens":["sesame"],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":2,"unit":"bowl","note":"Generous breakfast servings"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"Porridge thickens significantly as it cools. If making ahead, add a splash of water or broth when reheating."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. 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