Arroz Caldo
Arroz Caldo is a comforting Filipino chicken rice porridge, often considered a breakfast staple or a go-to meal when feeling under the weather. It's made by simmering rice in a ginger-infused broth with tender chicken pieces, and is typically garnished with fried garlic, scallions, and a squeeze of calamansi or lemon.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
As a rice-based dish, it's primarily a source of carbohydrates for energy, with moderate protein from the chicken. A typical serving provides a warm, filling meal with roughly 300-400 calories, along with key nutrients like B vitamins and minerals from the ginger and broth.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 250 kcal |
| Protein | 15 g |
| Carbs | 35 g |
| Fat | 7 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 1 g |
| Sodium | 700 mg |
| Potassium | 350 mg |
| Phosphorus | 200 mg |
| Selenium | 18 mcg |
| Niacin (B3) | 5 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4 mg |
| Iron | 2 mg |
| Zinc | 2.5 mg |
| Magnesium | 30 mg |
Per 1 bowl (350 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Arroz Caldo is a beloved example of Filipino 'comfort food,' deeply tied to family care and recovery. Its name is a Spanish-Filipino fusion, literally meaning 'hot rice,' reflecting the country's culinary history.
