AI-generated imageEasy Soft Korean Nurungji Porridge from Dried Scorched Rice (1 serving)
Simmer dried Korean scorched rice in water until the grains soften into a spoonable bowl. Unlike sungnyung, which is mostly the infused liquid, this version is eaten with the softened rice.
Ingredients
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Steps
- 01
Use sealed, properly stored dried nurungji. Do not use scorched rice made from cooked rice left at room temperature for prolonged periods.
- 02
Break 70 g nurungji into small pieces in a heavy-bottomed saucepan and add 700 mL water.
- 03
Bring to a boil over medium-high heat while watching for boil-over, then reduce to low heat.
- 04
Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Simmer until the grains swell and crush easily with a spoon; timing varies by product thickness.
- 05
If too thick, add a little hot water. Turn off the heat when it reaches your preferred texture; let the hot porridge cool slightly before eating.
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Before you cook
Use safely stored commercial dried nurungji. Reheating rice left at room temperature for too long does not guarantee safety. Watch the boiling pot; refrigerate leftovers promptly and reheat only once until steaming hot. Check packaged ingredients for additives and allergens.
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