Century Egg and Pork Congee

Name: Century Egg and Pork Congee
Total time: 4 h 15 min
Ingredients: 1 cup long-grain rice; 2 century eggs; 150g ground pork; 8 cups water; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 tablespoon cooking wine; to taste salt; 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced; for garnish green onions, sliced

A soothing Chinese rice porridge featuring silky century eggs and savory ground pork. This dish rewards patience—the congee gently simmers for hours until it achieves a rich, creamy texture.

4h 15m

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This classic breakfast transforms humble ingredients into something extraordinary through slow, patient cooking. Century eggs bring an intriguing savory depth while the pork adds satisfying protein, creating a bowl of pure comfort.

Ingredients

long-grain rice 1 cup

century eggs 2

ground pork 150g

water 8 cups

vegetable oil 2 tablespoons

cooking wine 1 tablespoon

salt to taste

fresh ginger, minced 1 tablespoon

green onions, sliced for garnish

Instructions

Prepare the ingredients

Rinse the rice thoroughly until the water runs clear—this washes away excess starch for a smoother congee. Peel the century eggs and chop them into small, bite-sized pieces.

Start the congee base

Bring water to a rolling boil in a large pot. Add the rinsed rice and half the chopped century eggs. Give everything a good stir, then turn the heat down to its lowest setting. Cover tightly and let it simmer undisturbed for 3 to 4 hours. That long, slow cook is what creates that luxurious creamy texture.

Cook the pork

While your congee bubbles away, heat a small pan over medium-high heat. Add a splash of oil, then drop in the ground pork. Break it apart with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Pour in the cooking wine and add the minced ginger. Stir until the pork is completely cooked through and nicely browned.

Combine and finish

Once the congee has thickened to a creamy consistency, stir in the cooked pork along with any juices from the pan. Add the remaining century egg pieces. Season with salt to taste and give everything a thorough stir to combine.