Chopped into rice or porridge

Chopped into rice or porridge recipe videos

Chopped into rice or porridge is a comforting, home-style Chinese dish where savory, finely chopped ingredients are stir-fried and then mixed into steamed rice or congee. It typically features a combination of minced meat (like pork or chicken), finely diced vegetables such as carrots, peas, corn, and mushrooms, all seasoned with soy sauce and other condiments. This dish is a staple across China, celebrated for its simplicity and adaptability.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is primarily a high-carbohydrate meal from the rice or porridge base, with moderate protein from the minced meat and added vegetables providing fiber and vitamins. A typical serving provides a balanced mix of macronutrients and generally ranges from 400 to 600 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	480 kcal
Protein	18 g
Carbs	72 g
Fat	14 g
Fiber	5 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	650 mg
Potassium	420 mg
Iron	3.2 mg
Vitamin A	180 µg RAE
Vitamin C	12 mg
Niacin (B3)	5.5 mg
Magnesium	55 mg
Zinc	2.8 mg
Phosphorus	210 mg

Per 1 cup (250 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it embodies the Chinese culinary principle of 'cai fan' (菜饭), where a flavorful topping transforms plain rice into a complete, one-pot meal. Nutritionally, it's an efficient way to incorporate a variety of vegetables and protein into a single, easily digestible dish, especially when served as congee for those with sensitive digestion.