Red Date Chestnut Rice Porridge
The porridge is sweet, soft, and glutinous, with the mingled fragrance of rice and chestnuts filling the room—so irresistible you won't want to stop eating 😋.
Nutritional value of chestnuts: Rich in starch, carbohydrates, protein, vitamins B1 and B2, vitamin C, potassium, magnesium, iron, zinc, manganese, and other minerals.
Benefits of chestnuts: Chestnuts are known for strengthening the spleen and boosting qi, as well as nourishing the kidneys and heart. They are traditionally used to ease nausea, vomiting of blood, and bloody stool. With a low glycemic index, chestnuts can support weight management and may be enjoyed as a snack or staple food. People with diabetes may consume them in moderation.
Ingredients
rice
3 handful
chestnut meat
to taste
red dates
to taste
rock sugar
to taste
Instructions
1
Step 1
3 handfuls of rice.
2
Step 2
Cut the peeled chestnuts into small dice.
3
Step 3
Rock sugar to taste.
4
Step 4
Bring an appropriate amount of water to a boil in a clay pot, rinse the rice, and pour it into the clay pot.
5
Step 5
When the rice comes to a boil, add the red dates, chestnut dice, and rock sugar.
6
Step 6
Simmer over medium-low heat for 25 minutes.
7
Step 7
Cook until the porridge is thick and the chestnuts are fragrant and tender, then turn off the heat.
8
Step 8
Finished.
9
Step 9
Finished.
