Congee with Mixed Vegetables

Congee with Mixed Vegetables recipe videos

Congee with Mixed Vegetables is a comforting, savory rice porridge where rice is slowly simmered until it breaks down into a creamy, smooth consistency and is then mixed with a variety of finely chopped or diced vegetables. Common additions include carrots, peas, corn, mushrooms, and leafy greens like bok choy or spinach. This dish is a staple breakfast or light meal across many East and Southeast Asian cuisines, prized for its gentle, easy-to-digest nature.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is primarily a source of complex carbohydrates from the rice, with moderate fiber and vitamins from the mixed vegetables. A typical serving is relatively low in fat and protein, unless enhanced with toppings like a fried egg or shredded chicken, and generally falls in the 200-300 calorie range.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	220 kcal
Protein	4 g
Carbs	45 g
Fat	2 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	2 g
Sodium	480 mg
Potassium	350 mg
Vitamin A	120 mcg RAE
Vitamin C	8 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Magnesium	25 mg
Phosphorus	80 mg
Folate	40 mcg
Manganese	0.8 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Congee is a foundational comfort food across Asia, with each region having its own name and preferred mix-ins, symbolizing nourishment and care. Nutritionally, the long cooking process breaks down the rice starches, making it exceptionally gentle on the digestive system and ideal for recovery or cold weather.