The creamy, pearl-white congee forms a stunning base dotted with pink curled shrimp, golden crispy corn kernels, vibrant green herbs, and a delicate drizzle of chili oil. The dish is a harmony of textures and colors, making it irresistible for both your taste buds and Instagram followers.

Shrimp Congee with Crispy Corn & Fresh Garden Toppings

Name: Shrimp Congee with Crispy Corn & Fresh Garden Toppings
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients: shrimp, 1 lb peeled, deveined; fresh sweet summer corn, 2 ears; jasmine rice, 1 cup; fresh ginger, 2 tablespoons minced; garlic, 2 cloves minced; chicken or vegetable broth, 6 cups; shaoxing wine, 4 tablespoons; white pepper powder, 1/2 teaspoon; green onions, 1/4 cup finely chopped; fresh cilantro, 1/2 cup roughly chopped; sesame oil, 2 teaspoons; salt, to taste; vegetable oil, 3 tablespoons; red chili oil, for drizzle

Category Brunch

Prep 30 minutes

Cook 90 minutes

Style Chinese

Technique Simmering

Diet Friendly Low-Carb

Daily Recipe: June 08, 2024

Let's dive into a delightful brunch twist on a Chinese favorite – Congee, with an added dash of summer seasonality. The star of this dish will be the shrimp, complemented by crispy summer corn and fresh garden herbs. Though rooted in Chinese tradition, this recipe adds a touch of innovation to your brunch table without becoming too predictable.

Ingredients (for 4)

Shrimp - 1 lb - peeled, deveined
Fresh sweet summer corn - 2 ears
Jasmine rice - 1 cup
Fresh ginger - 2 tablespoons - minced
Garlic - 2 cloves - minced
Chicken or vegetable broth - 6 cups
Shaoxing wine - 4 tablespoons
White pepper powder - 1/2 teaspoon
Green onions - 1/4 cup - finely chopped
Fresh cilantro - 1/2 cup - roughly chopped
Sesame oil - 2 teaspoons
Salt - to taste
Vegetable oil - 3 tablespoons
Red chili oil - for drizzle

Preparation

Step 1 - 💧🍚🔄

Wash the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Soak the rice in cold water for 30 mins and then drain.
Step 2 - 🍳🔥🧄

Heat a tablespoon of vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed pot. Sauté the minced ginger and garlic until fragrant.
Step 3 - 🍚🥘⏲️

Add the drained rice to the pot. Stir in the broth, Shaoxing wine, and white pepper powder. Reduce the heat to low, put the lid on, and simmer for 1 to 1.5 hours. Stir occasionally to prevent rice from sticking.
Step 4 - 🌽🍤🔥

While the congee is cooking, slice the fresh sweet corn off the cob and sauté the kernels in the remaining vegetable oil over high heat until golden and crispy. Season the shrimp with salt and sesame oil, and sauté in the same pan, adding a bit more oil if needed, until they turn pink and curled.
Step 5 - 🍲🌽🍤

To serve, ladle the congee into bowls, then top each with an equal share of crispy corn, sautéed shrimp, a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and green onions. Finish with a drizzle of chili oil and a pinch of salt if needed.

Additional

Traditionally, congee is a breakfast dish but we've repurposed it for brunch. For a final flourish, you might add other seasonal veggies or a soft-poached egg. Kids can help with topping the congee and putting final touches. Remember, the fun is in the customization!