Eight-Treasure Congee
Eight-Treasure Congee is a traditional Chinese rice porridge, typically made by simmering rice with a variety of ingredients like beans, nuts, dried fruits, and seeds. It is a popular breakfast or dessert, especially during the winter months and the Laba Festival, and is known for its comforting, sweet, and nutritious qualities.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is primarily a source of complex carbohydrates from rice and the various added treasures, with moderate protein from beans and nuts. It provides a good amount of dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals, with a typical serving containing roughly 250-350 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Carbs | 35 g |
| Fat | 2 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 5 g |
| Sodium | 250 mg |
| Potassium | 200 mg |
| Iron | 2 mg |
| Magnesium | 30 mg |
| Phosphorus | 80 mg |
| Manganese | 0.5 mg |
| Selenium | 6 mcg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.1 mg |
| Folate | 20 mcg |
Per 1 bowl (300 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it is deeply associated with the Laba Festival, a prelude to the Chinese New Year, symbolizing abundance and good fortune. Nutritionally, its 'treasure' mix creates a complete amino acid profile and a wide array of micronutrients in a single, easily digestible bowl.
