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Instant Pot Breakfast Congee

Instant Pot Breakfast Congee: Cozy Bowl of Comfort Food

Instant Pot Breakfast Congee is a warm, creamy porridge made with simple ingredients, perfect for busy mornings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Natural Pressure Release 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Congee Base
  • 1 cup short grain rice
  • 4 cups low sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • 3 slices ginger fresh recommended
  • 2 whole green onions chopped, plus more for garnish
  • 1 pinch salt adjust to taste
For the Toppings
  • 4 strips bacon can substitute with turkey bacon or omit
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or vegetable oil for frying the eggs
  • 2 whole Pete and Gerry’s organic eggs or any large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce for seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon homemade chili oil for a spicy kick

Equipment

  • Instant Pot
  • nonstick skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In your Instant Pot, combine 1 cup of short grain rice, 4 cups of low sodium chicken broth, 3 slices of ginger, 2 chopped green onions, and a pinch of salt. Secure the lid and set the pot to cook on high pressure for 25 minutes. Once done, allow the pressure to release naturally for about 10 minutes.
    Instant Pot Breakfast Congee
  2. Open the Instant Pot lid and gently stir the congee. If a thicker texture is desired, select the 'Sauté' function and cook for an additional 5-10 minutes, stirring continuously until thickened.
    Instant Pot Breakfast Congee
  3. In a nonstick skillet, heat the skillet over medium heat, add 4 strips of bacon and cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Transfer cooked bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess fat.
    Instant Pot Breakfast Congee
  4. In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Crack in 2 organic eggs and cook for 3-4 minutes, until the whites are set and yolks remain runny.
    Instant Pot Breakfast Congee
  5. Ladle the hot congee into bowls and top each with a fried egg, crumbled bacon, chopped green onions, drizzle with soy sauce, and sprinkle with homemade chili oil.
    Instant Pot Breakfast Congee

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This recipe can be customized with various toppings for a unique experience each time.

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