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Cháo lòng
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 cup of rice
- 6 cups of water
- 1/2 pound of pork liver
- 1/2 pound of pork heart
- 1/2 pound of pork kidneys
- 2 tablespoons of fish sauce
- 1 teaspoon of minced ginger
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse 1 cup of rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a large pot, bring 6 cups of water to a boil. Add the rinsed rice and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- While the rice is cooking, prepare the pork offal. Rinse 1/2 pound of pork liver, 1/2 pound of pork heart, and 1/2 pound of pork kidneys under cold water. Cut them into small pieces.
- After the rice has cooked for 30 minutes, add the prepared pork offal to the pot. Cook for an additional 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Season the porridge with 2 tablespoons of fish sauce, 1 teaspoon of minced ginger, and salt and pepper to taste. Cook for another 5 minutes.
- Serve the cháo lòng hot, garnished with thinly sliced green onions.
Cháo lòng, a traditional Vietnamese dish, has a rich history dating back to ancient times. This savory rice porridge is made with pork offal, including intestines, heart, and liver, and is seasoned with fragrant herbs and spices. The dish has its roots in northern Vietnam, where it was a popular breakfast option among locals. Today, Cháo lòng can be found in restaurants and street food stalls throughout the country, with each region adding its own unique twist to the recipe. Chefs take pride in perfecting the balance of flavors and textures, ensuring that the offal is tender and the broth is aromatic. For the best Cháo lòng experience, head to Hanoi, where you can savor this comforting dish in its most authentic form. The key to a delicious Cháo lòng lies in the quality of the offal and the careful preparation of the broth, which often includes ginger, fish sauce, and scallions. While the traditional recipe remains popular, some modern variations incorporate additional ingredients such as quail eggs or crispy fried shallots for added depth of flavor. Whether enjoyed as a hearty breakfast or a satisfying meal any time of day, Cháo lòng continues to be a beloved culinary tradition in Vietnam.
75 min
4
350 calories
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