Porridge with brown sugar and milk

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Porridge with brown sugar and milk is a comforting, creamy breakfast or snack dish, typically made by cooking grains like rice or oats in water or milk, then sweetened with brown sugar and enriched with milk. It is a popular home-style dish in many Asian cultures, particularly in Chinese and Southeast Asian cuisines, often enjoyed for its warmth and simplicity.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is primarily high in carbohydrates from the grains and sugar, with a moderate amount of fat and protein from the milk. It provides key nutrients like calcium, B vitamins, and energy, with a rough calorie ballpark of 250-350 calories per serving, depending on portion sizes and exact ingredients.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	210 kcal
Protein	6 g
Carbs	38 g
Fat	4.5 g
Fiber	1.5 g
Sugar	18 g
Sodium	90 mg
Calcium	150 mg
Phosphorus	120 mg
Potassium	200 mg
Magnesium	35 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Vitamin D	1.5 mcg
Vitamin B12	0.6 mcg
Riboflavin (B2)	0.2 mg

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

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, this porridge is often associated with comfort and nourishment, sometimes served to those feeling unwell or as a nostalgic childhood treat. Nutritionally, the combination of brown sugar and milk offers a quick energy boost along with some minerals like iron and calcium, making it a satisfying and wholesome option.