Arroz Caldo
Description
Arroz Caldo is a classic Filipino rice porridge (congee) revered as the ultimate comfort food. This savory, thick gruel is traditionally made by simmering glutinous rice with chicken pieces in a rich broth that is intensely flavored by generous amounts of fresh ginger, garlic, and onions, giving the dish a warm, aromatic, and deeply satisfying profile. Served piping hot, it is characteristically garnished with crispy fried garlic, scallions, and a hard-boiled egg, often finished with a squeeze of calamansi or lemon juice for a bright, tangy counterpoint.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Sauté onion, garlic, and ginger. Add chicken, and season with fish sauce.
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Add rice and broth, simmer until the rice breaks down (30–35 minutes).
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Serve hot with toppings.
Filipino food, porridge, chicken
